Serving 523 students in grades 6-12, Charter High School For Law And Social Justice 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice's student population of 523 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2869 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
88%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice's ranking?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is ranked #2869 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charter High School For Law And Social Justice often compared to?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Infinity Charter School, Urban Dove Team Charter School Iii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
523 students attend Charter High School For Law And Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charter High School For Law And Social Justice offer ?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice part of?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is part of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice located?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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