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#1874 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Growing Up Green Charter School
Elementary School · GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL
39-27 28TH ST, Long Island City, NY 11101
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,874 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#26 of 38
public schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Growing Up Green Charter School
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About Growing Up Green Charter School
Growing Up Green Charter School is a public elementary school in Long Island City, NY, part of GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL. Growing Up Green Charter School serves approximately 767 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Growing Up Green Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,874 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Growing Up Green Charter School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Growing Up Green 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.
57% of students at Growing Up Green 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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Growing Up Green Charter School — Students at Growing Up Green Charter School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Growing Up Green Charter School Compares
See how Growing Up Green Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39-27 28TH ST, Long Island City, NY 11101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Growing Up Green Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is QUEEN'S PAIDEIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 112 DUTCH KILLS (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,807
Median Home Value
$995,500
Median Rent
$2,740/mo
Population
39,007
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Growing Up Green Charter School
What grades does Growing Up Green Charter School serve?
Growing Up Green Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Growing Up Green Charter School?
Growing Up Green Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 767 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Growing Up Green Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Growing Up Green Charter School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Growing Up Green Charter School rank in NY?
Growing Up Green Charter School ranks #1,874 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Growing Up Green Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Growing Up Green Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Growing Up Green Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Growing Up Green Charter School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Growing Up Green Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Growing Up Green Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Growing Up Green Charter School a Title I school?
No, Growing Up Green Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 767
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (347) 642-4306
Resources & Links
District
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 767
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,391
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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