BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 174 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 (BCSE 2) is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Morris Park/Pelham Parkway area of the Bronx. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is part of the Excellence Community Schools network, which emphasizes high academic standards, rigorous instruction, and a culture of achievement. The school is known for its structured environment and its mission to prepare students for success in competitive high schools and beyond by fostering both intellectual growth and character development.
Academically, BCSE 2 focuses on a data-driven approach, utilizing small group instruction and a robust curriculum to ensure that students meet or exceed New York State performance standards. Beyond core academics, the school places significant emphasis on "the Excellence Way," a set of core values—including integrity, compassion, and perseverance—that are integrated into the daily experience. By prioritizing a partnership between families, educators, and the local community, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap and provide high-quality educational opportunities for students in the Bronx.
For more information, contact BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 at (718) 828-7301 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BRONX, NY 10462
(718) 828-7301
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 is a public Title I Charter school in BRONX, NY with about 174 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOLS INSTITUTE - District:
- BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2
- Total Students:
- 174
- Teachers:
- 8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 174 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 41.4%
- Black or African American
- 30.5%
- Asian
- 26.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- Female
- 52.9%
- Male
- 47.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.