Sco Family Services–The Christopher School in Bronx, NY, is a nonsectarian special education school serving 20 students in an urban community setting.
The school offers undergraduate–level programs with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 3 teaching staff.
Approximately 88% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Bronx area.
Located in a large city locale, the school serves families seeking specialized educational services within Bronx's city environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sco Family Services - The Christopher School?
The application deadline for Sco Family Services - The Christopher School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Sco Family Services - The Christopher School is Cardinal Spellman High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Faith Christian Academy (0.3 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
1 Cardinal Spellman Place
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 881-8000
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 881-8000
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,205 student Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition listed
Faith Christian Academy
(Christian)
1137 E 223rd St
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 881-1085
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 881-1085
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students
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(Christian)
1497 Needham Ave
Bronx, NY 10469
(718) 519-8884
Bronx, NY 10469
(718) 519-8884
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 165 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3950 Bronxwood Ave
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 320-3902
Bronx, NY 10466
(718) 320-3902
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 62 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Lavelle School For The Blind
Special Education School
3830 Paulding Ave
Bronx, NY 10469
(718) 882-1212
Bronx, NY 10469
(718) 882-1212
0.6 miles
Gr: NS | 167 students
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