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Family Life Academy Charter School III

Elementary School · FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III

370 GERARD AVE, Bronx, NY 10451

Charter

Enrollment

198

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

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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Family Life Academy Charter School III

5.5/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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.

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.8Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,857
Chronic Absenteeism64.1%

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

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.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in NY
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.1%

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 mi

Neighborhood 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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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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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%

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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