Below Average
#4202 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Destine Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School · DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
530 FRANKLIN ST-3RD FL, Schenectady, NY 12305
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 30 schools in Schenectady. Learn more
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,202 of 4,742
In Schenectady
#24 of 32
public schools
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Destine Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School in Schenectady · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Destine Preparatory Charter School
Destine Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in Schenectady, NY, part of DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Destine Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Destine Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,202 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Destine Preparatory Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Destine 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.
40% of students at Destine 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Destine Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how Destine Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
530 FRANKLIN ST-3RD FL, Schenectady, NY 12305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Destine Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACANDAGA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,308
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
7,764
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
13.7%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Destine Preparatory Charter School
What grades does Destine Preparatory Charter School serve?
Destine Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Destine Preparatory Charter School?
Destine Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Destine Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Destine Preparatory Charter School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Destine Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?
Destine Preparatory Charter School ranks #4,202 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Destine Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Destine Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Destine Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Destine 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 Destine Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Destine Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Destine Preparatory Charter School?
82.1% of students at Destine 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (518) 394-1643
Resources & Links
District
DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 145
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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