Serving 1,607 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Academy Charter School-uniondale ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Charter School-uniondale's student population of 1,607 students has grown by 247% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
Academy Charter School-uniondale ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Charter School-uniondale is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
56%
15%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Charter School-uniondale's ranking?
Academy Charter School-uniondale is ranked #1044 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academy Charter School-uniondale?
1,607 students attend Academy Charter School-uniondale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Academy Charter School-uniondale students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Charter School-uniondale?
Academy Charter School-uniondale has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Charter School-uniondale offer ?
Academy Charter School-uniondale offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Charter School-uniondale part of?
Academy Charter School-uniondale is part of Academy Charter School-Uniondale School District.
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