Serving 324 students in grades 6-12, Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry 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 40-44% (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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School's student population of 324 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry 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 Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School is 0.55, 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
#2377 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
59%
31%
Black
33%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School's ranking?
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School is ranked #2377 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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).
How many students attend Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School?
324 students attend Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School?
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School offer ?
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School part of?
Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School is part of Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School District.
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