Equity Project Charter School (The)

The Equity Project Charter School (The) is the sole elementary school (grades K-8) serving 1,100 students in the Equity Project Charter School (The) district in New York City. Despite serving a high-need population, with 92.64% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school has consistently outperformed the statewide averages on both state assessments and Regents exams.

The school's test scores on the New York State Assessments are particularly impressive, with 86.32% of 8th graders proficient or better in math, compared to the statewide average of 46.74%. The school also performs well on Regents exams, with 86.73% of students proficient or better in Algebra I, 73.97% in Living Environment, and 53.85% in U.S. History and Government, all of which are above the statewide averages. Additionally, the school has shown consistent improvement in both English Language Arts and math proficiency over the past three years.

While the Equity Project Charter School (The) may face challenges due to its high-need student population, its strong academic performance, low student-teacher ratio of 13.4, and higher-than-average spending of $22,184 per student suggest that it is effectively addressing these challenges and providing a high-quality education to its students. The school's focus on equity and its consistent improvement over time make it a standout institution in the Equity Project Charter School (The) district.