Serving 794 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Utica Of Science Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utica Of Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Utica Of Science Charter School's student population of 794 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Utica Of Science Charter School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥90%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 schools are Utica Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Utica Of Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senator James H Donovan Middle School, John F Kennedy Middle School, Waterville Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utica Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Utica Of Science Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Utica Of Science Charter School?
794 students attend Utica Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Utica Of Science Charter School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Utica Of Science Charter School?
Utica Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Utica Of Science Charter School offer ?
Utica Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Utica Of Science Charter School part of?
Utica Of Science Charter School is part of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School District.
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