Future Leaders Institute Charter School

Future Leaders Institute Charter School is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Future Leaders Institute Charter School district in New York City. With a total enrollment of 301 students, the school has a predominantly African American (74.09%) and Hispanic (22.92%) student population, suggesting it may be serving a community with significant socioeconomic challenges.

Despite spending $23,126 per student, which is significantly higher than the statewide average, Future Leaders Institute Charter School has struggled academically, with proficiency rates on New York State Assessments generally below the statewide averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Science. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, from 1461 out of 2413 elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 1751 out of 2439 in 2022-2023, with a consistent 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The data suggests that Future Leaders Institute Charter School is facing significant challenges in terms of academic performance and overall quality, despite the relatively high level of funding. Further investigation would be needed to understand the root causes of the school's struggles and identify strategies for improvement, particularly in addressing potential equity concerns and ensuring that resources are being effectively allocated to support student learning and achievement.