Serving 739 students in grades 6-12, Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School's student population of 739 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 0.37, 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)
90-94%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥95%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
77%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School often compared to?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
739 students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offer ?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School part of?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is part of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School located?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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