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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
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 0.52, 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.
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?
52% of Opportunity Charter School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opportunity Charter School?
Opportunity Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Opportunity Charter School offer ?
Opportunity Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Opportunity Charter School part of?
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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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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