Serving 700 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Pharos Academy Charter 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pharos Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pharos Academy Charter School's student population of 700 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Pharos Academy Charter School 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 Pharos Academy Charter School is 0.48, 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
#1867 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pharos Academy Charter School's ranking?
Pharos Academy Charter School is ranked #1867 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pharos Academy Charter School often compared to?
Pharos Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Studio School For Writers And Artists by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pharos Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Pharos Academy Charter School is 60-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pharos Academy Charter School?
700 students attend Pharos Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pharos Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pharos Academy Charter School?
Pharos Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pharos Academy Charter School offer ?
Pharos Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pharos Academy Charter School part of?
Pharos Academy Charter School is part of Pharos Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Pharos Academy Charter School located?
Pharos Academy Charter School is located in the Foxhurst neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Foxhurst.
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