BRILLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL VERITAS

BRILLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL VERITAS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the BRILLA VERITAS CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 115 students. 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 10 teachers, BRILLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL VERITAS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

BRILLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL VERITAS, located at 500 Courtlandt Avenue in the Bronx, is part of the Brilla Public Charter Schools network. Serving students in the Mott Haven neighborhood, the school is founded on a mission to prepare K–8 students for success in high school, college, and beyond. Its educational model is characterized by a "whole-child" approach, blending rigorous academic instruction with a strong emphasis on character development and virtue ethics.

The school is notable for its classical curriculum, which aims to provide students with a well-rounded foundation in the liberal arts while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement. Beyond the core subjects, Brilla Veritas integrates enrichment programs and a supportive school culture designed to foster community, resilience, and personal growth. By combining high-quality instruction with a focus on core values, the school aims to close the opportunity gap and empower students from the surrounding Bronx community to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact BRILLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL VERITAS at (347) 273-8439 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.