Harriet Tubman Charter School

The test scores are hard to ignore: 70.7% ELA proficiency and 67.8% math proficiency compared to district averages hovering around 44-45%. That's a 25+ point gap in both subjects. The school has also shown real resilience — after a COVID-era dip (math fell to 31.7% in 2022), scores have climbed steadily each year, with 2025 marking the highest point in the school's recorded history. Grade-level data shows particular strength in 4th grade (77.8% ELA, 88.6% math), 5th grade (88.3% ELA), and 7th grade (80% ELA, 84% math). The overall 2.77/4 score sits well above the district average of 1.79.

The survey data tells a powerful story: 96% of parents say they're satisfied, and nearly as many report strong trust in both teachers (94%) and the principal (94%). Teachers are even more emphatic — 99% rate instruction quality highly, and 98% trust the principal. This isn't a school where families feel disconnected. Teacher-reported safety sits at 84%, slightly above the district average of 83%, suggesting most feel secure day-to-day. The attendance picture is unusual — the school reports 99.5% attendance with 99.4% of students not being chronically absent across all demographic groups, which is exceptionally high for this neighborhood.

The student body is predominantly Black (63%) and Hispanic (34%), reflecting the surrounding Claremont Village neighborhood. With 11% of students having IEPs and an economic need index of 89.5%, this is a school serving families facing significant barriers — yet outperforming schools in far more affluent areas. The diversity index of 45% is modest, which is typical for the Bronx but worth noting for families seeking more diverse environments. At 587 students across K-8, the school maintains a average class size of about 21 students, essentially matching the district average.

Claremont Village is a high-need Bronx neighborhood with significant challenges: median household income of just $30,475, 44% poverty rate, and only 11% of adults holding a bachelor's degree. The area scores very low on safety (11th percentile) but high on transit access (75th percentile), making it relatively accessible by bus and subway. Family density scores in the 58th percentile, so there are children around, though homeownership is nearly nonexistent (2.7%). The neighborhood has parks and some family resources, though the safety data suggests families should be aware of the area's crime density.

The area is transit-accessible with strong bus and subway options, but families walking to school should be aware of the neighborhood's safety rankings. Many families likely rely on school transportation or carpools given the transit-heavy picture.