Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2's student population of 319 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 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 Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is 0.58, 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
#1822 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2's ranking?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is ranked #1822 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?
45-49% 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 Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2?
319 students attend Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 offer ?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 part of?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is part of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 School District.
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