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Grand Concourse Academy Charter School

Elementary School · GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

625 BOLTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Charter

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,303 of 4,742

In Bronx

#147 of 452

public schools

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

Elementary School in Bronx · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grand Concourse Academy Charter School

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Grand Concourse Academy Charter School serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Concourse Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,303 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Grand Concourse Academy Charter School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School 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.

42% of students at Grand Concourse Academy Charter School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,718
Chronic Absenteeism41.5%

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School — Students at Grand Concourse Academy Charter School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2021
Math
71.3%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
51.7%
ELA
61.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Grand Concourse Academy Charter School Compares

See how Grand Concourse Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

Location

625 BOLTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grand Concourse Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 107 (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 182 Bronx 0.1 mi 4.4
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.1 mi 5.7
PS 69 JOURNEY PREP SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 3.9
WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx 0.3 mi 8.0
ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx 0.3 mi 6.3
BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.3 mi 6.0
GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 5.6
MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx 0.3 mi 6.3
BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 5.3
ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 3.6
BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 8.3
BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.8
JHS 131 ALBERT EINSTEIN Bronx 0.3 mi 5.5
SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx 0.3 mi 4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 100 ISAAC CLASON Bronx 0.3 mi 3.4
PS 138 SAMUEL RANDALL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.7
PS 583 Bronx 0.6 mi 3.0
PS 107 Bronx 0.5 mi 6.2
DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,609

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

59,778

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

43.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grand Concourse Academy Charter School

What grades does Grand Concourse Academy Charter School serve?

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grand Concourse Academy Charter School rank in NY?

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School ranks #2,303 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Grand Concourse Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grand Concourse Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Grand Concourse Academy Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Grand Concourse Academy Charter School a Title I school?

No, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Concourse Academy Charter School?

73.2% of students at Grand Concourse Academy Charter School 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

District

GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
701
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,718
District Rank
#1 of 1

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