South Bronx Preparatory: A College Board School

South Bronx Preparatory: A College Board School, serving grades 6-12, is a small school in the Bronx known for its supportive and caring environment, where dedicated teachers and staff build close relationships with students. The school emphasizes college readiness and a strong academic foundation, guiding students toward higher education and independence. The school demonstrates significant strengths in its high school outcomes, boasting a 97% four-year graduation rate, which is well above the citywide 75th percentile. Regents pass rates are strong in English, Geometry, Algebra II, US History, and Global History. The school maintains an excellent safety and school climate rating, with a 0% suspension rate and very high positive feedback from parent surveys. It offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and opportunities to earn college credits through programs like Syracuse University Project Advance (SUPA) and the National Equity Lab. South Bronx Preparatory is also recognized for its strong support for students with disabilities, including a high graduation rate for this group. However, there are areas for development. Middle school ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide 25th percentile, and Regents pass rates in Algebra I, Living Environment, and Earth/Space Sciences are concerns. The school's accelerated coursework percentage is 0%, indicating limited participation in advanced classes. Student surveys suggest some concerns regarding bullying and physical altercations, with about half of students reporting these issues occur more than rarely. Parents and students also express a desire for a broader selection of extracurricular activities beyond sports. The school operates as a PROSE (Progressive Redesign Opportunity Schools for Excellence) school and offers School-Based Virtual Learning for upperclassmen, with a uniform policy in place.