Serving 721 students in grades 5-12, New Heights Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Heights Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Heights Charter School's student population of 721 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Heights Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Heights Charter School is 0.20, 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
#222 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
89%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Heights Charter School's ranking?
New Heights Charter School is ranked #222 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Heights Charter School often compared to?
New Heights Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Heights Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Heights Charter School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend New Heights Charter School?
721 students attend New Heights Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Heights Charter School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Heights Charter School?
New Heights Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Heights Charter School offer ?
New Heights Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Heights Charter School part of?
New Heights Charter School is part of New Heights Academy Charter School District.
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