Serving 1,008 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Charter School Of Educational Excellence ranks in the top 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charter School Of Educational Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Charter School Of Educational Excellence's student population of 1,008 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charter School Of Educational Excellence ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charter School Of Educational Excellence is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1565 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
51%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
1%
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
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charter School Of Educational Excellence's ranking?
Charter School Of Educational Excellence is ranked #1565 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Charter School Of Educational Excellence?
1,008 students attend Charter School Of Educational Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Charter School Of Educational Excellence students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charter School Of Educational Excellence?
Charter School Of Educational Excellence has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charter School Of Educational Excellence offer ?
Charter School Of Educational Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charter School Of Educational Excellence part of?
Charter School Of Educational Excellence is part of Charter School Of Educational Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter School Of Educational Excellence located?
Charter School Of Educational Excellence is located in the Getty Square neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Getty Square.
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