Summary:
Bronx Charter School For Better Learning II is the sole elementary school located in the Bronx Charter School For Better Learning II district, serving students from grades K-5. Despite serving a predominantly low-income student population, with 83.41% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school has consistently outperformed the statewide averages in English Language Arts and Math proficiency on New York State Assessments.
In the 2024-2025 school year, 67.11% of 3rd graders at Bronx Charter School For Better Learning II were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the statewide average of 54.15%. The school's overall statewide ranking has also improved over the past few years, moving from 990th out of 2,439 New York elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 1,116th out of 2,445 in 2024-2025. Additionally, the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.1, which is generally considered a positive indicator for student learning and engagement.
While Bronx Charter School For Better Learning II spends $19,524 per student, which is higher than the average for many public schools, its strong academic performance and consistent improvement suggest that the school is effectively utilizing its resources to support student success. Overall, the school appears to be a standout institution within the Bronx educational landscape, providing a high-quality education to its students despite the challenges of serving a disadvantaged community.
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