Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-8,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westminster Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Westminster Community Charter School's student population of 463 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westminster Community Charter School is 0.35, 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)
(13-14)15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)10%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
80%
16%
White
n/a
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
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% NY state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% NY state average).
How many students attend Westminster Community Charter School?
463 students attend Westminster Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Westminster Community Charter School students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westminster Community Charter School?
Westminster Community Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westminster Community Charter School offer ?
Westminster Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westminster Community Charter School part of?
Westminster Community Charter School is part of Westminster Community Charter School District.
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