Serving 2,003 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Academy Charter School 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy Charter School's student population of 2,003 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,003 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
School Motto
Learn today, Lead tomorrow, Serve in the future.
School Rankings
Academy Charter School 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 is 0.48, 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
#1074 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
65%
31%
Black
32%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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's ranking?
Academy Charter School is ranked #1074 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academy Charter School often compared to?
Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy Charter School?
2,003 students attend Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Charter School?
Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Charter School offer ?
Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Charter School part of?
Academy Charter School is part of Academy Charter School District.
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