Pharos Academy is unapologetically committed to serving Bronx Kids. Our school is fueled by caring adults who will stop at nothing to close all gaps in urban-education; achievement, opportunity, access, STEM. Our graduation rate has increased by 32% since 2015. We are graduating Bronx kids at a 21% higher rate than the average Bronx HS graduation rate.
Our Results
Raising the Bar for Bronx Kids
Since 2015, we have outpaced our local school district in state exams and graduation rates; we continue to raise the bar each year!
Our Students
Pharos Academy serves a diverse population of children from Community School District 12 in the South Bronx and the surrounding area. We believe that Bronx kids can and will achieve at high levels if challenged and loved.
99%
Black/Latinx
91%
Economically Disadvantaged
10%
English Language Learners
17%
Students with Disabilities
Closing Gaps in Urban Education
Outcomes
28%
Math State Exams
PHACS scholars scored 28 percentage points higher than District 12 on state math exams
2x
ELA Proficiency
ELA state exam passing rates more than doubled from 2015-2016.
88%
4 Yr Graduation Rate
Our 4 year high school graduation rate surpasses the district and the Bronx by more than 20%
100%
College Acceptance
All of our high school graduates are accepted into 4yr colleges or universities
Promising Opportunities
Pharos Graduates Have Been Accepted Into Top Colleges Such As
