Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harlem Link 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlem Link Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harlem Link Charter School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harlem Link Charter School is 0.49, 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)20-24%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Harlem Link Charter School often compared to?
Harlem Link Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locke School Of Arts And Engineering, Central Park East I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Harlem Link Charter School?
406 students attend Harlem Link Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harlem Link Charter School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Link Charter School?
Harlem Link Charter School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harlem Link Charter School offer ?
Harlem Link Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlem Link Charter School part of?
Harlem Link Charter School is part of Harlem Link Charter School District.
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