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South Bronx Preparatory

360 East 145 Street Bronx, NY 10454
Q&A with the Principal, Ellen Flanagan

“South Bronx Preparatory is a College Board School that houses students from grades six through twelve. Our mission is to create a college bound, college ready culture. Our students are …” Read More »

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360 East 145 Street
Bronx, NY 10454
Mott Haven
  • Review from InsideSchools.org
  • What’s Special: A small school with a supportive, family-like atmosphere; devoted staff and administrators.
  • The Downside: Student work not yet at grade level, low parent involvement, and limited sports.
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Teacher Data Reports for South Bronx Preparatory

Percent of school’s ratings that were “above average” or “high”

  • Math 0%
    •  Much lower than NYC average (25%)
  • English 33%
    •  Higher than NYC average (25%)

New York released data for individual teachers throughout the public school system this Friday. Learn more about a specific school or teacher's ratings.  View data for teachers at this school»

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Principal Named to Children's Aid Charter

By Elbert Chu

Ife Lenard, the new principal of the Children’s Aid College and Prep, officially started her role in mid-March. Early worries about low application numbers have passed. She said the school has received more than 300 applications for 120 spots. Now she’s looking for staff. Read More »
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  • Performance5 Average
  • Satisfaction 5 Average
  • Diversity 5 Average
5/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1226 / 2400
Average
Regents English
72%
Average
Regents Mathematics
87%
Above Average
Regents Science
72%
Average
Regents History
67%
Average
6th Grade English 647 / 800
Below Average
6th Grade Math 655 / 800
Below Average
7th Grade English 654 / 800
Average
7th Grade Math 657 / 800
Below Average
8th Grade English 645 / 800
Average
8th Grade Math 657 / 800
Below Average
8th Grade Science 67 / 100
Average
Regents Rate
71%
Average
10-Credit Rate
82%
Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 227.8 / 350
Above Average
Regents Completion 64.3 / 100
Average
College Enrollment Rate 63.2 / 100
Average
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More about South Bronx Preparatory

Population 622 students
School Type Secondary
Grades 6th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 D/A
Avg. Attendance Rate 91%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • English Language and Composition
  • English Literature and Composition
  • Human Geography
  • Psychology
  • Spanish Language
  • Spanish Literature
  • Studio Art: 2-D Design
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Knowledge for College
  • SAT Readiness through Pathways
  • Academic Support Services
  • School-wide Advisory
  • College Now
  • College Visits
  • Saturday Workshops at Lehman College
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Dance
  • Hip-Hop Workshop
  • Student Government
  • Peer Tutor/Mentor
Clubs
  • Chess
  • Webcasting
  • Sci-Fi
  • SBP Prep Players
  • Young Artists in Residence
Academic Extracurriculars
  • National Honor Society
  • Advisory
  • Newspaper
  • College Fair
  • Step-Up Youth Board
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Theatre Development Fund (TDF (Stage Doors)
  • Positive Actions and Choices for Teens (PACT)
Hospital Partnerships
  • Child Adolescent Family Services Department: Mount Sinai Medical Center
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Lehman College
Non-Profit Opportunities
  • College Board
  • The Leadership Program
  • Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)
  • Reading Excellence and Discovery (READ)
Community Organization Partners
  • Teaching Matters
  • Urban Art Beat
  • Young Athletes
Sports
  • Cooperative
  • Healthy
  • Active
  • Motivated
  • Positive Student (CHAMPS): Flag Football
  • Track
  • Fitness
  • Basketball
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