Serving 733 students in grades 6-12, Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science 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 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School 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 Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 0.35, 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
#3538 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
79%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School's ranking?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is ranked #3538 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School often compared to?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School, Bronx Career And College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
733 students attend Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offer ?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School part of?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is part of Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School located?
Dr Richard Izquierdo Health And Science Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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