Serving 377 students in grades 5-8, Academy Of Health Sciences 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School's student population of 377 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of Health Sciences 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 Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School is 0.49, 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
#4150 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
4%
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
87%
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 Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School's ranking?
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School is ranked #4150 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School?
377 students attend Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School?
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School offer ?
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School part of?
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School is part of Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School located?
Academy Of Health Sciences Charter School is located in the Maplewood Historic District neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Maplewood Historic District.
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