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Bronx Charter School for Children

Charter | K-5 | 426 students

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5 stars

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Posted July 27, 2010

My son started TBCSC as a Kindergarden student. He has excelled well beyond my expectations for a five year old. The teachers have given him a strong interest in science and math. I'm very happy with the teachers, staff and the leadership at TBCSC..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 5, 2009

My daughter started in the middle of the school year and had a very productive rest of school year. Her teacher was really supportive and communicated with me on a regular basis.
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Posted June 23, 2009

My son goes to this school and I love it...He's reading beyond his 1st grade level and his math skills are also above his 1st grade level...I'm very grateful that he's in this wonderful school :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 14, 2009

this is one of the best charter schools out here my daughter reading and math level went up and i am very happy.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
45%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
55%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
38%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
59%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

72 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
25%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
39%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "C" for the elementary school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 53% 21%
Black 46% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 8%
White 0% 51%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 79%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 7%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 22%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 9%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 32%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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388 Willis Ave
Bronx, NY 10454
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Phone: (718) 402-3300

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