Serving 288 students in grades 9-12, Community School For Social Justice 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Community School For Social Justice's student population of 288 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Community School For Social Justice ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community School For Social Justice 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1331 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 is Community School For Social Justice's ranking?
Community School For Social Justice is ranked #1331 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Community School For Social Justice often compared to?
Community School For Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall High School, Legacy College Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Community School For Social Justice is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Community School For Social Justice?
288 students attend Community School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Community School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community School For Social Justice?
Community School For Social Justice has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community School For Social Justice offer ?
Community School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Community School For Social Justice part of?
Community School For Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
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