Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx's student population of 627 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx 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
#1938 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
55%
30%
Black
39%
16%
White
2%
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
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx's ranking?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx is ranked #1938 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx often compared to?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronxis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 161 Juan Ponce De Leon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx?
627 students attend Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 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 Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx offer ?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-10 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx part of?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx is part of Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx School District.
In what neighborhood is Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx located?
Girls Preparatory Charter School Of The Bronx is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2015
We love this school. My daughter is in the 2nd grade, she started in Kindergarten. She is greeted by name everyday at the door. She has an extensive vocabulary and is socially and emotionally supported. I couldnt have asked for a better environment for her to begin her academic career.
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