Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Academic Leadership Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academic Leadership Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Academic Leadership Charter School's student population of 455 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academic Leadership Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academic Leadership Charter School is 0.55, 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
#1117 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
51%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academic Leadership Charter School's ranking?
Academic Leadership Charter School is ranked #1117 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academic Leadership Charter School often compared to?
Academic Leadership Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 65 Mother Hale Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academic Leadership Charter School?
455 students attend Academic Leadership Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Academic Leadership Charter School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academic Leadership Charter School?
Academic Leadership Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academic Leadership Charter School offer ?
Academic Leadership Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academic Leadership Charter School part of?
Academic Leadership Charter School is part of Academic Leadership Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Academic Leadership Charter School located?
Academic Leadership Charter School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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