Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, South Bronx Community Charter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Community Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Bronx Community Charter High School's student population of 349 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Bronx Community Charter High School is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
59%
31%
Black
37%
15%
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Bronx Community Charter High School often compared to?
South Bronx Community Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like International Leadership Charter High School, Urban Assembly Charter School For Computer Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Bronx Community Charter High School?
The graduation rate of South Bronx Community Charter High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Bronx Community Charter High School?
349 students attend South Bronx Community Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Bronx Community Charter High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does South Bronx Community Charter High School offer ?
South Bronx Community Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Community Charter High School part of?
South Bronx Community Charter High School is part of South Bronx Community Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Community Charter High School located?
South Bronx Community Charter High School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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