Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Henry Johnson Charter School 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 40-44% (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 24:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Johnson Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry Johnson Charter School's student population of 356 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Johnson Charter School 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 Henry Johnson Charter School is 0.50, 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
#2000 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
53%
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 Henry Johnson Charter School's ranking?
Henry Johnson Charter School is ranked #2000 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Henry Johnson Charter School often compared to?
Henry Johnson Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Tech Valley Charter School, Kipp Albany Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Henry Johnson Charter School?
356 students attend Henry Johnson Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Henry Johnson Charter School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Johnson Charter School?
Henry Johnson Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Johnson Charter School offer ?
Henry Johnson Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Johnson Charter School part of?
Henry Johnson Charter School is part of Henry Johnson Charter School District.
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