Brilla Caritas Charter School serves 417 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brilla Caritas Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brilla Caritas Charter School's student population of 417 students has grown by 325% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brilla Caritas Charter School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
86%
31%
Black
10%
15%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brilla Caritas Charter School?
417 students attend Brilla Caritas Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brilla Caritas Charter School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Brilla Caritas Charter School offer ?
Brilla Caritas Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brilla Caritas Charter School part of?
Brilla Caritas Charter School is part of Brilla Caritas Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brilla Caritas Charter School located?
Brilla Caritas Charter School is located in the University Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in University Heights.
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