South Bronx Classical Charter School

South Bronx Classical Charter School is the sole school in this analysis, serving students in grades K-8 in the Bronx, New York. This exceptional charter school has consistently outperformed the state average on academic assessments, ranking among the top elementary schools in New York state.

With a diverse student population of 36.14% African American and 57.83% Hispanic students, South Bronx Classical Charter School has achieved remarkable academic success despite serving a high-poverty community, with 87.75% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's students have demonstrated proficiency rates ranging from 79.59% to 96% in English Language Arts and 95.92% to 100% in Mathematics, far exceeding the state averages.

The school's consistent top rankings among South Bronx Classical Charter School elementary schools, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, is a testament to its effective teaching practices, strong leadership, and dedication to supporting its students. This high-performing charter school serves as a model for how to provide a high-quality, equitable education to students in high-poverty communities.