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#1950 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 41% in state

Democracy Preparatory Charter School

High School · DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL

2230 5TH AVE, New York, NY 10037

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,950 of 4,742

In New York

#175 of 346

public schools

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Democracy Preparatory Charter School

Democracy Preparatory Charter School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Democracy Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Democracy Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,950 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Democracy Preparatory Charter School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Democracy Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

69% of students at Democracy Preparatory Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.5Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+1.07 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendImproving

Academics7.2Very Good25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency39.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency57.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-0.2 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts

Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+7.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile59th

College Readiness6.1Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate82%

AP Participation27.4%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$23,362

Chronic Absenteeism69.2%

Democracy Preparatory Charter School — Students at Democracy Preparatory Charter School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

33.6% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 68.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

97%

ELA

68%

2010

Math

81%

ELA

31%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

39%

2012

Math

36%

ELA

29%

2013

Math

54%

ELA

34%

2014

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2015

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2016

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2017

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2018

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2019

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2020*

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2021*

Math

29.4%

ELA

55.3%

2022

Math

39.4%

ELA

57.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Democracy Preparatory Charter School Compares

See how Democracy Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.7/10

59th percentile in NY

Academic

7.2/10

Very Good

Growth

9.5/10

Excellent

Environment

3.4/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

3 boys' · 4 girls'

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

82%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

48 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

69.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

27.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics7sports offered

3 boys'·4 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2230 5TH AVE, New York, NY 10037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Democracy Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COMMUNITY SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Bronx), with a very similar rating. Another option is HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Bronx), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 197 JOHN B RUSSWURM New York	0.0 mi	199	4.1
PS 133 FRED R MOORE New York	0.3 mi	187	6.3
FELLOWSHIP OF LEARNING SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	1	—
GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	549	7.6
PS 175 HENRY H GARNET New York	0.3 mi	272	3.6
OGORMAN GARDEN MONTESSORI New York	0.3 mi	8	—
HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	160	5.0
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL COMMERCE (THE) New York	0.4 mi	147	4.5
THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY FOR LEARNING & SOCIAL CHANGE New York	0.4 mi	458	4.4
DEMOCRACY PREP HARLEM CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	1,012	5.2
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY II CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	1,054	7.2
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	237	6.9
PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES New York	0.5 mi	164	6.3
PS 138 New York	0.5 mi	693	—
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2 New York	0.5 mi	237	7.2
HEALTH OPPORTUNITIES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.4 mi	192	5.7
COMMUNITY SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx	0.4 mi	190	6.4
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE New York	0.4 mi	170	5.8
ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	186	4.2
FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III Bronx	0.5 mi	198	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,250

Median Rent

$1,406/mo

Population

18,333

College Educated

43.2%

Homeownership

8.9%

Avg Commute

39.5 min

Poverty Rate

27.9%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Democracy Preparatory Charter School

What grades does Democracy Preparatory Charter School serve?

Democracy Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Democracy Preparatory Charter School?

Democracy Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Democracy Preparatory Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Democracy Preparatory Charter School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Democracy Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?

Democracy Preparatory Charter School ranks #1,950 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Democracy Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Democracy Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Democracy Preparatory Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Democracy Preparatory Charter School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Democracy Preparatory Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Democracy Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Democracy Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?

No, Democracy Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Democracy Preparatory Charter School?

81.8% of students at Democracy Preparatory Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 77 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 616
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 48
Free/Reduced Lunch: 81.8%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 69.2%
Phone: (212) 281-3061
4-Year Graduation: 82.0%

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District

DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL

District Enrollment: 616
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $23,362
District Rank: #1 of 1

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