Serving 198 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Family Life Academy Charter School Iii ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii's student population of 198 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii ranks within the top 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 Iii 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
#2175 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
23%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Family Life Academy Charter School Iii's ranking?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is ranked #2175 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Family Life Academy Charter School Iii?
198 students attend Family Life Academy Charter School Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Family Life Academy Charter School Iii students are Hispanic, and 23% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Family Life Academy Charter School Iii?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Family Life Academy Charter School Iii offer ?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Family Life Academy Charter School Iii part of?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is part of Family Life Academy Charter School III School District.
In what neighborhood is Family Life Academy Charter School Iii located?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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