Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, New Roots Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Roots Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Roots Charter School's student population of 106 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Roots Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Roots Charter School is 0.44, 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
#633 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
44%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Roots Charter School's ranking?
New Roots Charter School is ranked #633 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Roots Charter School often compared to?
New Roots Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehman Alternative Community School, Ithaca Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Roots Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Roots Charter School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Roots Charter School?
106 students attend New Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Roots Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Roots Charter School?
New Roots Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Roots Charter School offer ?
New Roots Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Roots Charter School part of?
New Roots Charter School is part of New Roots Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Roots Charter School located?
New Roots Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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