Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Family Life Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Family Life Academy Charter School's student population of 408 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Family Life Academy Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3378 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
83%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Family Life Academy Charter School's ranking?
Family Life Academy Charter School is ranked #3378 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Family Life Academy Charter School often compared to?
Family Life Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Academy Of Promise Charter School, Grand Concourse Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Family Life Academy Charter School?
408 students attend Family Life Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Family Life Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Family Life Academy Charter School?
Family Life Academy Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Family Life Academy Charter School offer ?
Family Life Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Family Life Academy Charter School part of?
Family Life Academy Charter School is part of Family Life Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Family Life Academy Charter School located?
Family Life Academy Charter School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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