Very Good
#798 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Equity Project Charter School (the)
Elementary School · EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE)
549 AUDUBON AVE-TRAILER 30, New York, NY 10040
Enrollment
1,100
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,100
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#798 of 4,742
In New York
#82 of 346
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Equity Project Charter School (the)
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About Equity Project Charter School (the)
Equity Project Charter School (the) is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE). Equity Project Charter School (the) serves approximately 1,100 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Equity Project Charter School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #798 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Equity Project Charter School (the) show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Equity Project Charter School (the) 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.
37% of students at Equity Project Charter School (the) 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 Project Charter School (the) — Students at Equity Project Charter School (the) score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Equity Project Charter School (the) Compares
See how Equity Project Charter School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
549 AUDUBON AVE-TRAILER 30, New York, NY 10040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Equity Project Charter School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,022
Median Home Value
$465,700
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
41,581
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
15.4%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
41.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining, NY | 7.9 |
| CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley, NY | 7.9 |
| KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.9 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park, NY | 7.9 |
| PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS Flushing, NY | 7.9 |
| PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Equity Project Charter School (the)
What grades does Equity Project Charter School (the) serve?
Equity Project Charter School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Equity Project Charter School (the)?
Equity Project Charter School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Equity Project Charter School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Equity Project Charter School (the) is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Equity Project Charter School (the) rank in NY?
Equity Project Charter School (the) ranks #798 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Equity Project Charter School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Equity Project Charter School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Equity Project Charter School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Equity Project Charter School (the) has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Equity Project Charter School (the) a charter school?
Yes, Equity Project Charter School (the) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Equity Project Charter School (the) a Title I school?
No, Equity Project Charter School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Equity Project Charter School (the)?
92.6% of students at Equity Project Charter School (the) 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (646) 254-6451
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District
EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE)- District Enrollment
- 1,100
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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