URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL

294 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Urban Scholars Community School, located at 1180 Tinton Ave in the Bronx, is a public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to students in the local community. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, focusing on both academic excellence and the cultivation of strong character. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the institution aims to empower its students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens who are prepared to meet the challenges of higher education and beyond.

The school is known for its commitment to small class sizes and personalized instruction, which allows educators to tailor their teaching methods to the specific needs and goals of each student. In addition to a robust core curriculum, Urban Scholars often integrates extracurricular activities and community-based programs that encourage students to engage with their surroundings. By bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, the school strives to close the opportunity gap for Bronx youth, ensuring that every student has the tools and resources necessary to succeed in a global society.
294
Total Students
32.9
Full-Time Teachers
8.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic171
Black112
Two or More3
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    171 (58.2%)
  • Black
    112 (38.1%)
  • White
    4 (1.4%)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
Phone: (718)842-8133
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 285
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 43
Grade 1 40
Grade 2 44
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 51

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten43
Grade 140
Grade 244
Grade 349
Grade 448
Grade 551
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for URBAN SCHOLARS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16355.4%
Male13144.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)