Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Amber Charter School Kingsbridge ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge's student population of 710 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 163% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amber Charter School Kingsbridge is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2175 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
84%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amber Charter School Kingsbridge's ranking?
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge is ranked #2175 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Amber Charter School Kingsbridge?
710 students attend Amber Charter School Kingsbridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Amber Charter School Kingsbridge students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amber Charter School Kingsbridge?
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amber Charter School Kingsbridge offer ?
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amber Charter School Kingsbridge part of?
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge is part of Amber Charter School Kingsbridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Amber Charter School Kingsbridge located?
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge is located in the Kingsbridge neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Kingsbridge.
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