Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Urban Choice 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Choice Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Urban Choice Charter School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Urban Choice Charter School is 0.41, 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)16%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)12%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
75%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Urban Choice Charter School often compared to?
Urban Choice Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genesee Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Urban Choice Charter School?
382 students attend Urban Choice Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Urban Choice Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Choice Charter School?
Urban Choice Charter School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Urban Choice Charter School offer ?
Urban Choice Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Urban Choice Charter School part of?
Urban Choice Charter School is part of Urban Choice Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Choice Charter School located?
Urban Choice Charter School is located in the United Neighbors Together neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
School Reviews
5 12/13/2010
I GO THERE MYSELF WHICH I MUST SAY HAS BEEN AN HONOR. I'VE BEEN GOING THERE FOR SIX YEARS AND WHEN I SEE THESE NEW CITY SCHOOL KIDS COME IN THEY CAN'T HANDLE THE STRICTNESS AND THAT'S WHAT I LOVE.
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