BCSC at a Glance

BCSC at a Glance

BCSC's Educational Community

  • Small classes: 24 students per class
  • A 13:1 student teacher ratio
  • Extended-day/extended-year schedule
  • A NYS standards-based, rigorous learning environment
  • A commitment to inclusion to support the academic and social development of all students
  • A vibrant multi-cultural community
  • Exceptional family support and involvement
  • A commitment to professional development for our faculty and staff

 

Family Support and Involvement

  • Student attendance at BSCS is ninety-five percent (95.5%)-significantly higher than average district and NYC rates.
  • Ninety-nine percent (99%) of BCSC families were present at parent/teacher conferences, which occur twice a year.
  • Over ninety percent (90%) of parents/guardians expressed satisfaction with BCSC in our annual survey.

 

Student Retention and Community Interest

  • Our student retention rate was ninety-six percent (96%).
  • Over 1,000 children applied for 60 available slots.

 

BCSC Student Profile

Our students originate from the United States, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Caribbean islands, Mexico, Honduras, Peru, Ecuador, the Philippines, and several African countries.  While all of our academic studies are conducted in English to ensure our students' academic success, our school community respects and celebrates these home languages and cultures.

During the 2011-2012 academic year:

  • Eighty four percent (84%) of our students received free and reduced lunch, a key indicator for poverty;
  • Fourteen percent (16%) of our students received English as a Second Language (ESL) support services;
  • Twelve percent (14%) of our students received Special Education support services.