Bronx Excellence 2

Bronx Charter School for Excellence 2 was founded in 2016.

Bronx Charter School for Excellence 2 is a charter school located in Bronx, NY.

Bronx Charter School for Excellence 2 has at least 2 teachers in every classroom.

Bronx Charter School For Excellence
provides education in the neighborhood of Parkchester

Bronx Charter School for Excellence 2 is educating the future leaders of tomorrow.

Bronx Charter School for Excellence 2 offers a longer school day, and firm discipline.

Bronx Excellence 2

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8

1960 Benedict Ave, Bronx, NY

Parkchester Neighborhood

2.2

2.9

790 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Charter School Leader -dr. Charlene Reid

Student Teacher Ratio
23:1

Math Proficiency
95%

Reading Proficiency
92%

Academics

A+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

92%

Math Proficiency

95%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 23:1 Teachers 34	Full Time Teachers 34
Teachers in First or Second Year 46%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female 51.5%	Male 48.5%
Economically disadvantaged 91.1%	Asian or Pacific Islander 56.3%
Female 51.5%	Male 48.5%
Hispanic 24.3%	Black 17.8%
Limited English proficient 10.1%	Native American <1%
White <1%	Two or more races <1%

School Rankings

#7 Best Charter MS in New York

#21 Best Charter ES in New York

#43 Best Public MS in New York

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Works Here

3/14/2025

This is one of best middle schools I've ever experienced as a teacher. The principal Ms Okpo has fostered a wonderful and nurturing educational environment. She constantly inspires her students to learn and aspire for greatness coupled with doses of tough love.

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5.0 parent

11/6/2025

I’m so happy with my kids’ progress at this school! When they first started, they were around 7/10, but now they’re so smart and confident. The teachers are all very kind, patient, and truly care about helping every student learn. I’m really thankful for everything they do — such a great school!

2.0 teacher

5/5/2025

Don’t bring your kids here if you have an IEP, YOU WILL GET JUDGED AND PERSUADED TO NOT BRING YOUR CHILD AND THATS NOT PROFESSIONAL AT ALL!!

1.0 parent

2/6/2025

The most horrible school I ever seen teaching a strict more teachers are strict they don't give us free time.

1.0 parent

1/25/2024

This school is absolutely terrible. My son has current disabilities that the school is not designed for and instead of placing them in a better environment, they choose To ignore his potential with the help he needs. He is being bullied and instead of punishing the bully they punish him for a charte...

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Bronx Excellence 2 is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 1960 Benedict Ave in Bronx, NY. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 790 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 95% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 92% are proficient in reading. Bronx Excellence 2 has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $304,054. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bronx Preparatory Charter School, New Visions AIM Charter High School II, Pharos Academy Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Bronx has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bronx Excellence 2.

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