Opportunity Charter School is an American charter school in the Harlem neighborhood of the New York City borough of Manhattan. It serves approximately 400 students in grades 6–12. It was chartered by the New York State Board of Regents in 2004. The charter school serves disabled and academically struggling students.
Serving 379 students in grades 6-12, Opportunity 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunity Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Opportunity Charter School's student population of 379 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Opportunity Charter 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 Opportunity Charter School is 0.53, 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
#3533 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opportunity Charter School's ranking?
Opportunity Charter School is ranked #3533 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Opportunity Charter School often compared to?
Opportunity Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School, Wadleigh Perf And Visual Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Opportunity Charter School?
The graduation rate of Opportunity Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Opportunity Charter School?
379 students attend Opportunity Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Opportunity Charter School students are Black, 48% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opportunity Charter School?
Opportunity Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Opportunity Charter School offer ?
Opportunity Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Opportunity Charter School part of?
Opportunity Charter School is part of Opportunity Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 2/3/2021
OCS is a truly special place for its students and staff members. It fosters a sense of family and addresses the student's needs, not just academically, but also emotionally and socially. OCS provides an array of student support services such as a social worker per grade and a team of learning specialists. Students are supported by highly trained staff who cultivate an engaging and comprehensive learning experience driven by a unique curriculum. Additionally, OCS has a team of behavior specialists trained to assist students with any emotional and social challenges that arise. This is the perfect school for students that are struggling academically or have an IEP because they are the special education experts with a 97% graduation rate for students with IEPs.
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