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John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School
School · JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
1 CORPORATE COMMONS-1 TELEPORT DR, Staten Island, NY 10311
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,505 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#54 of 86
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is a public school in Staten Island, NY, part of JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 905 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,505 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John W Lavelle 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.
Score Breakdown
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John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School — Students at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 CORPORATE COMMONS-1 TELEPORT DR, Staten Island, NY 10311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School
What grades does John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School serve?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 905 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School ranks #2,505 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, John W Lavelle 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 John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
78.3% of students at John W Lavelle 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 905
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (347) 855-2238
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
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District
JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 905
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,503
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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