Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3's student population of 512 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
72%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3's ranking?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is ranked #1066 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 often compared to?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 41 Gun Hill Road, P.s. 87 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3?
512 students attend Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 offer ?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 part of?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is part of Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 located?
Bronx Charter School For Excellence 3 is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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