American Dream Charter School

American Dream Charter School in the Bronx serves grades 6-8, with its mission extending to grades 6-12, preparing students for college and community leadership through academic excellence in both Spanish and English. The school is known for fostering a welcoming and encouraging environment, particularly for English Language Learners and immigrant students. For its middle school grades, ELA proficiency is slightly above the citywide 25th percentile, while math proficiency is a concern, falling well below the 25th percentile. A notable strength is the high rate of accelerated coursework, significantly exceeding the citywide 75th percentile. For its high school division, the graduation rate of 95.0% is well above the citywide median, and college enrollment at 86.3% is also strong, exceeding the citywide 75th percentile. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with nearly all parents reporting positive experiences and strong communication. Students generally feel safe, though some report issues with bullying. The school offers a dual-language program, project-based learning, and a "June Mini-Mester" for language development and culturally responsive education. It also provides after-school programs and opportunities for parent engagement.