Serving 884 students in grades Kindergarten-12, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School's student population of 884 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
109 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Promise Lavelle Preparatory Charter School provides a rigorous college preparatory education that equips and empowers students to go to college and succeed in life.
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is 0.61, 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
#3698 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
37%
31%
Black
50%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is ranked #3698 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
884 students attend John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School offer ?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School part of?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is part of John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School located?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is located in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Bloomfield.
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