Brilla Pax Charter School serves 325 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brilla Pax Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brilla Pax Charter School's student population of 325 students has grown by 245% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brilla Pax Charter School is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
85%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
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 Pax Charter School?
325 students attend Brilla Pax Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Brilla Pax Charter School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brilla Pax Charter School?
Brilla Pax Charter School has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brilla Pax Charter School offer ?
Brilla Pax Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brilla Pax Charter School part of?
Brilla Pax Charter School is part of Brilla Pax Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brilla Pax Charter School located?
Brilla Pax 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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