Summary:
Democracy Preparatory Charter School is the sole high school in this analysis, serving students in New York City. Based on the available data, this school does not appear to be a standout performer compared to other high schools in the state, ranking in the bottom half of New York high schools for the past three years and receiving a below-average 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.
The school's key metrics paint a mixed picture, with a slightly below-average 84.3% four-year graduation rate, a higher-than-average 4.5% dropout rate, and a concerning 31.5% chronic absenteeism rate, which is significantly higher than the state average. The school's performance on state assessments and Regents exams is inconsistent, with some grades and subjects performing well above the state average, while others are significantly below. Despite a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.6, the school's overall performance suggests it may not be effectively utilizing its resources to improve student outcomes.
Serving a high-need student population, with 81.82% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school spends $16,559 per student, which is higher than the state average. However, the data indicates that the school is struggling to provide a consistent, high-quality education and to engage and retain its students, as evidenced by the high chronic absenteeism and below-average graduation rates. Overall, the information suggests that Democracy Preparatory Charter School may need to implement significant changes to improve student outcomes and better serve its high-need population.
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