Serving 418 students in grades 9-12, Northside Charter High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Charter High School's student population of 418 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Charter High School is 0.39, 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
#2586 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
76%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Charter High School's ranking?
Northside Charter High School is ranked #2586 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northside Charter High School often compared to?
Northside Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Preparatory School, Williamsburg High School For Architecture And Design by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Northside Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northside Charter High School?
418 students attend Northside Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northside Charter High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Charter High School?
Northside Charter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northside Charter High School offer ?
Northside Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Charter High School part of?
Northside Charter High School is part of Northside Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside Charter High School located?
Northside Charter High School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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