Serving 708 students in grades 6-12, Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School's student population of 708 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science 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 Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 0.36, 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
#3179 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School's ranking?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is ranked #3179 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School often compared to?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
708 students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offer ?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School part of?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is part of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School located?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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