Serving 655 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Albany Community 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 22%
- Reading Proficiency: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Albany Community Charter School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Albany Community Charter School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)22%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)16%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
89%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Albany Community Charter School often compared to?
Albany Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Tech Valley Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Albany Community Charter School?
655 students attend Albany Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Albany Community Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany Community Charter School?
Albany Community Charter School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albany Community Charter School offer ?
Albany Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albany Community Charter School part of?
Albany Community Charter School is part of Albany Community Charter School District.
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