Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii ranks in the top 5% 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 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii's student population of 501 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii is 0.55, 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
#139 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
41%
30%
Black
54%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii's ranking?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii is ranked #139 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii often compared to?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iiiis often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii?
501 students attend South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii offer ?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii part of?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii is part of South Bronx Classical Charter School III School District.
In what neighborhood is South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii located?
South Bronx Classical Charter School Iii is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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