At a Glance
A charter school delivering top-tier academics in a neighborhood where families face significant economic challenges
Families who secure a seat through the lottery and want a high-performing academic environment; families who prioritize academic results over school climate concerns; families comfortable with the charter model and its expectations. Parents concerned about chronic absenteeism issues should discuss support systems with staff before enrolling.
- Test scores nearly double the district average in both subjects
- Near-universal trust scores from parents and teachers (97-99%)
- 94% teacher-reported safety vs 81% district average
- Strong grade-level performance with multiple 100% proficiency scores
- 94% teacher instruction quality rating
- Chronic absenteeism is extremely high at 86% despite solid daily attendance — families should ask about attendance support
- Charter school with lottery admissions, not guaranteed zoned placement
- High economic need (84%) means many students face out-of-school challenges
- Test score volatility year-to-year suggests some instability
- Family survey response rate is low (30%), which may skew satisfaction data
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 7
Among District 7 peers, this school competes at the top with other high-performing charters like Leaders of Excellence (97/100), Success Academy Bronx 1 (93/100), and Zeta South Bronx (91/100). It significantly outpaces district traditional schools and is one of the highest-performing options in the Bronx.
This school posts exceptional test scores: 96% ELA and 96% math proficiency in 2025, far exceeding District 7's 51% and 49% averages. The historical trend shows volatility — scores dipped in 2017 (79% ELA) and 2024 (84% ELA) before recovering strongly. The most recent year shows strong performance across grades, with 4th and 5th grade hitting 100% ELA and 4th grade hitting 100% math. The school is essentially two grade levels ahead of district peers in proficiency rates.
Survey data reveals exceptional trust and satisfaction levels: 99% parent-teacher trust, 97% parent-principal trust, and 97% teacher-principal trust. Teachers rate instruction quality at 94% and report 94% safety — well above the district's 81% teacher-reported safety. However, chronic absenteeism is strikingly high at 86%, meaning most students miss significant school time despite the 94% daily attendance rate. This is a red flag worth investigating — families should ask the school about attendance interventions.
The student body is 48% Black and 46% Hispanic, reflecting the neighborhood's demographics in Mott Haven-Port Morris, where the population is predominantly Latino and Black. With 15% IEP students and a diversity index of 53%, the school serves a economically diverse mix within a historically underserved area. The economic need index of 84% means nearly all families qualify for free or reduced lunch.
Mott Haven-Port Morris is one of the city's highest-need neighborhoods — 40% poverty rate, only 12% of adults have a bachelor's degree, and just 6% of homes are owner-occupied. Safety scores are low (17th percentile), though the area has seen investment in recent years. The median home value of $819,000 reflects broader Bronx real estate trends despite low household incomes. Families should expect an urban environment with transit access (48th percentile) but limited suburban amenities.
The school is accessible by multiple subway lines and bus routes. Families from further away may find the commute longer — this is a city neighborhood where walking and public transit are the norms.
Academic Performance
ELA Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State ELA exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Math Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State Math exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 71 families responded (30% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is South Bronx Classical Charter School II a good school?
- On Motley, South Bronx Classical Charter School II earns an overall quality score of 96/100 — a blend of New York State ELA and math results, attendance, and the school-climate survey. Its state test results run above the District 7 average.
- What grades does South Bronx Classical Charter School II serve?
- South Bronx Classical Charter School II serves grades K to 8.
- How do students get into South Bronx Classical Charter School II?
- South Bronx Classical Charter School II is a charter school — it admits through a free public lottery, with no test or attendance zone.
- Is South Bronx Classical Charter School II public, charter, or private?
- South Bronx Classical Charter School II is a public charter school in NYC Community School District 7.
- What neighborhood is South Bronx Classical Charter School II in?
- South Bronx Classical Charter School II is in Mott Haven-Port Morris, Bronx.
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