AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II

AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 277 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 13 teachers, AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II 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.

AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, is part of a small network of public charter schools dedicated to serving students in grades K–5. The school operates on the belief that children in underserved communities deserve a high-quality education that blends rigorous academic standards with a focus on character development and community engagement. By maintaining a supportive and structured environment, the school aims to prepare its students not only for middle school success but for long-term academic and personal achievement.

The curriculum at AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II is designed to be comprehensive and balanced, emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating arts and enrichment programs. A hallmark of the school is its commitment to bilingual education and cultural responsiveness, ensuring that the diverse backgrounds of its student body are reflected in the classroom experience. Through strong partnerships with families and a focus on data-driven instruction, the school strives to close the achievement gap and foster a lifelong love of learning in every student.

For more information, contact AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL II at (646) 802-1140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.