GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Charter School
699 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Grand Concourse Academy Charter School (GCACS), located in the Bronx, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment for students in grades K-8. Founded on the principle that all children can succeed when provided with high expectations and a supportive community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects—such as English Language Arts and Mathematics—with enrichment programs designed to foster critical thinking and social-emotional growth. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a structured, disciplined atmosphere, the academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and prepare its diverse student body for success in high-performing high schools and beyond.
Beyond its academic focus, GCACS is known for its strong emphasis on community involvement and character development. The school works closely with families to cultivate a collaborative partnership, ensuring that students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. By integrating technology into the classroom and offering various extracurricular opportunities, Grand Concourse Academy aims to develop well-rounded, lifelong learners who are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Their commitment to excellence and accountability has made them a notable fixture in the Bronx educational landscape, consistently prioritizing the individual potential of every student.
Beyond its academic focus, GCACS is known for its strong emphasis on community involvement and character development. The school works closely with families to cultivate a collaborative partnership, ensuring that students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. By integrating technology into the classroom and offering various extracurricular opportunities, Grand Concourse Academy aims to develop well-rounded, lifelong learners who are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Their commitment to excellence and accountability has made them a notable fixture in the Bronx educational landscape, consistently prioritizing the individual potential of every student.
699
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic | 454 |
| Black | 183 |
| Asian | 29 |
| American Indian | 16 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Hispanic454 (64.9 %)
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Black183 (26.2 %)
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Asian29 (4.1 %)
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American Indian16 (2.3 %)
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White12 (1.7 %)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL |
| Phone: | (718)684-6505 |
| Website: | http://www.gcacs.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 699 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 534 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
61
Grade 1
91
Grade 2
82
Grade 3
80
Grade 4
70
Grade 5
78
Grade 6
75
Grade 7
93
Grade 8
68
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Grade 1 | 91 |
| Grade 2 | 82 |
| Grade 3 | 80 |
| Grade 4 | 70 |
| Grade 5 | 78 |
| Grade 6 | 75 |
| Grade 7 | 93 |
| Grade 8 | 68 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 337 | 48.2% |
| Male | 362 | 51.8% |
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