Serving 631 students in grades 6-12, Equality 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Equality Charter School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Equality 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 Equality Charter School is 0.51, 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
#2739 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
60%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Equality Charter School's ranking?
Equality Charter School is ranked #2739 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Equality Charter School often compared to?
Equality Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall V by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Equality Charter School?
The graduation rate of Equality Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Equality Charter School?
631 students attend Equality Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Equality Charter School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Equality Charter School?
Equality Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Equality Charter School offer ?
Equality Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Equality Charter School part of?
Equality Charter School is part of Equality Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Equality Charter School located?
Equality Charter School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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