The Academy Charter School

The Academy Charter School

Charter Elementary School | Grade K-11
117 N Franklin St,  Hempstead, NY
3.8
3.3
1,852 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Co-charter School Leader - Mr. Clarence Williams
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
59%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
A-
Food
Source: Niche
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Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
59%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
122
Full Time Teachers
122
Teachers in First or Second Year
33.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
590
Verbal
570
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Science
10%
State Average
20%
Math
8%
State Average
22%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
297:1

Student Diversity

Female
54.4%
Male
45.6%
Hispanic
59.1%
Black
38.2%
Native American
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
White
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#14 Best Charter HS in New York
#92 Niche Standout MS in New York
#196 Niche Standout HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 9 Reviews
4.0 Alum
2/26/2024
I was a student since kindergarten, and I say that the school has actively prepared me for my future, and is helping other children. The most annoying thing about the school was how small it is, and the uniform. Sometimes the staff may piss you off, but there are some very great ones.
5.0 Senior
1/24/2024
My overall experience at Academy Charter School has been outstanding. I came to this school in 8th grade and was welcomed really quickly. The teachers are amazing and they take safety very seriously.
5.0 Parent
3/5/2022
Great school grades K-12. Although it's website has PK, K-12 grades, there is no PK. I wish the school did have one. I recommend them highly.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 19 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/8/2022
My daughter attended this school for Kindergarten. It is a phenomenal institution. The staff and teachers are great. I moved out of State unfortunately and had to move her. I miss them already.
5.0 parent
6/3/2022
After that I put my child in this school the Academy she was reading better making a lot of friends and she is a shy little girl I really regret the fact that I moved out of the departement and she is not doing as well as she used to be doning in school I promised myself that I will never do the sam...
5.0 parent
3/5/2022
Over all the school is great academicly. My daughter has been attending this school since kindergarten and is now a junior. Every year she amazes her family from common core scores to high honors. She has never had any issues. Never had any bullying issues. The only issue she had over the years with...
5.0 parent
9/17/2021
Does the school have Student Government Association. I think , this could be a good tool for the students to voice their concerns

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The Academy Charter School is a charter school for students in grades K-11 located at 117 N Franklin St in Hempstead, in the Hempstead neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 1,852 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. The Academy Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average SAT score is 1160. The average home value in this area is $626,177. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hempstead High School, Sacred Heart Academy, Crescent School, and more. Learn more about what Hempstead has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Academy Charter School.

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