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 33% since 2016. We are graduating Bronx kids at a 20% higher rate than the average student in our district.
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.
96%
Latinx/Black
90%
Economically Disadvantaged
15%
English Language Learners
17%
Students with Disabilities
Closing Gaps in Urban Education
Outcomes
26%
Math State Exams
PHACS 8th grade scholars scored 26% higher than the NYS combined average proficiency rate in 2023.
30%
ELA Proficiency
ELA state exam proficiency rates increased by 30 percentage points from our pre-pandemic 2019 scores, surpassing the city & state averages.
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
