Serving 620 students in grades 6-12, Equality Charter School ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Equality Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Equality Charter School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Equality Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Equality Charter School is 0.51, 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
#367 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
60%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Equality Charter School's ranking?
Equality Charter School is ranked #367 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Equality Charter School often compared to?
Equality Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall V by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Equality Charter School?
The graduation rate of Equality Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Equality Charter School?
620 students attend Equality Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Equality Charter School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Equality Charter School offer ?
Equality Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Equality Charter School part of?
Equality Charter School is part of Equality Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
the best school. the staff is great.
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