Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Family Life 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Family Life Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Family Life Charter School's student population of 388 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Family Life Charter School is 0.34, 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)33%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
79%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
n/a
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
91%
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 schools are Family Life Charter School often compared to?
Family Life Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Of Promise Charter School, Grand Concourse Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Family Life Charter School?
388 students attend Family Life Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Family Life Charter School students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Family Life Charter School?
Family Life Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Family Life Charter School offer ?
Family Life Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Family Life Charter School part of?
Family Life Charter School is part of Family Life Academy Charter School District.
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