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Family Life Academy Charter School III
Elementary School · FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III
370 GERARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10451
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,123 of 4,742
In Bronx
#247 of 452
public schools
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Family Life Academy Charter School III
Family Life Academy Charter School III is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III. Family Life Academy Charter School III serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Family Life Academy Charter School III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,123 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Family Life Academy Charter School III show 34% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Family Life Academy Charter School III is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Family Life Academy Charter School III is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
64% of students at Family Life Academy Charter School III were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Family Life Academy Charter School III — Students at Family Life Academy Charter School III score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Family Life Academy Charter School III Compares
See how Family Life Academy Charter School III performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
370 GERARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Family Life Academy Charter School III may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 154 JONATHAN D HYATT (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 49 WILLIS AVENUE (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
48,975
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
13.6%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
36
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| ANTWERP PRIMARY SCHOOL Antwerp, NY | 5.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn, NY | 5.5 |
| CHERRY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern, NY | 5.5 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| PS 154 HARRIET TUBMAN New York, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Family Life Academy Charter School III
What grades does Family Life Academy Charter School III serve?
Family Life Academy Charter School III serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Family Life Academy Charter School III?
Family Life Academy Charter School III has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy Charter School III?
The student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy Charter School III is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Family Life Academy Charter School III rank in NY?
Family Life Academy Charter School III ranks #3,123 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Family Life Academy Charter School III's MySchoolScout rating?
Family Life Academy Charter School III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Family Life Academy Charter School III?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Family Life Academy Charter School III has 34% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Family Life Academy Charter School III a charter school?
Yes, Family Life Academy Charter School III is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Family Life Academy Charter School III a Title I school?
No, Family Life Academy Charter School III is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Family Life Academy Charter School III?
96.0% of students at Family Life Academy Charter School III qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.1%
- Phone
- (718) 585-6580
Resources & Links
District
FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III- District Enrollment
- 198
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,857
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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