At a Glance
A small charter high school where nearly every family says they're satisfied, set in the heart of the South Bronx.
Best suited for
Families looking for a small, inclusive high school setting — particularly those with students who have IEPs or who have struggled in larger, more traditional environments — and who are comfortable navigating the charter lottery system. Less ideal for families prioritizing traditional academic rigor measured by state tests, or those who need a zoned, neighborhood-based commute.
What stands out
- 99% parent satisfaction — far above the District 8 average of 93%
- 42% of students have IEPs, indicating a genuinely inclusive setting for students with disabilities
- Average class size of 20.5, smaller than the District 8 average of 22.5
- Family survey response rate of 94% — parents are showing up and being heard
- 96% parent-principal trust signals accessible, responsive school leadership
Things to consider
- Charter admission is by lottery — there's no guarantee of a seat, and admissions priorities differ from zoned schools
- No state test score data is available, so academic outcomes are hard to verify independently
- The 42% IEP rate means most classrooms include students with significant needs — confirm this is the right fit for your child
- Surveys are positive, but teacher survey responses came from just 28 teachers, a relatively small sample
- Only serves grades 10–12, so there's no traditional 9th-grade transition year built in
- The school draws from a high-need population (93.9% economic need index), which shapes the resources and supports available
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 8
Within District 8, the peer landscape ranges widely — from Success Academy Charter School - Bronx 4 at the top (96/100) to several zoned elementary schools in the 60s. Urban Dove's standout metric is parent satisfaction, which exceeds most peers. Without an overall quality score in the data, it's harder to rank it directly, but its family-engagement numbers are among the strongest in the district.
Academics
State test score data isn't available for this school, so direct academic comparison isn't possible. What we can say is that the average class size of 20.5 students is meaningfully smaller than the District 8 average of 22.5, giving teachers more individual time per student. The school's profile points toward a focus on personalized support over traditional test-prep rigor — something parents of teens who struggled in larger settings often appreciate.
Culture
The day-to-day feel here is defined by unusually strong family-school relationships. Parent satisfaction is 99% (well above the district average of 93%), parent-teacher trust sits at 95%, and parent-principal trust at 96%. Teachers report 87% on instruction quality (slightly below the district average of 88.1%) and 93% trust in their principal, with 90% collegial trust among staff. The family survey response rate of 94% is striking — families are not just satisfied, they're actively engaged and showing up to be heard.
Community
The student body is 62% Hispanic and 35% Black, reflecting the surrounding Melrose community where the poverty rate is 38.1% and the median household income is around $30,236. The economic need index of 93.9% confirms that nearly every student comes from a low-income household. Notably, 42% of students have IEPs — a very high rate that points to a genuinely inclusive environment for students with disabilities, which can be a real strength or a concern depending on your child's profile.
Neighborhood
Melrose is a densely urban, working-class section of the South Bronx. The median household income is $30,236, the poverty rate is 38.1%, and only 10% of housing is owner-occupied — most families rent. Just 15.7% of households have children at home, and 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Despite the economic challenges, the neighborhood is well-served by transit, making it realistic for families commuting from elsewhere in the Bronx or upper Manhattan.
Three subway options are within a short walk: the 6 train at E 149 St (about 5 minutes), and the 2/5 trains at both Prospect Avenue (about 6 minutes) and Jackson Avenue (about 5 minutes). That said, as a citywide charter, many students likely commute from beyond an easy walk.
Enrollment & applying
Enrollment availability is tracked from the school's published listings and refreshed daily. Confirm cycle dates on the school's own site before applying.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 249 families responded (94% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Urban Dove Team Charter School II a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Urban Dove Team Charter School II yet on Motley. It's a charter school serving grades 10 to 12 in Melrose.
- What grades does Urban Dove Team Charter School II serve?
- Urban Dove Team Charter School II serves grades 10 to 12.
- How do students get into Urban Dove Team Charter School II?
- Urban Dove Team Charter School II is a charter school — it admits through a free public lottery, with no test or attendance zone.
- Is Urban Dove Team Charter School II public, charter, or private?
- Urban Dove Team Charter School II is a public charter school in NYC Community School District 8.
- What neighborhood is Urban Dove Team Charter School II in?
- Urban Dove Team Charter School II is in Melrose, Bronx.