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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
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Staten Island
#79 of 86
public schools
New York schools
#190 of 245
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School serves 905 students from kindergarten through 12th grade on Staten Island, offering a comprehensive K-12 education within a single institution. With 109 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally small student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, providing opportunities for personalized attention and individualized instruction. The school operates as a charter school within New York's public education system, currently with room for academic growth as it works to strengthen student outcomes.
Recent assessments show 33% of students performing at or above proficiency in English Language Arts, while mathematics presents a particular area of focus for improvement, with 6% of students meeting proficiency standards. These results place the school in the 8th percentile statewide, indicating significant opportunities for academic development and student support. The small class sizes created by the low student-teacher ratio position the school well to implement targeted interventions and provide the individualized support that can help students progress academically.
As a K-12 institution, students have the opportunity to remain within the same school community throughout their entire educational journey. John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is situated in Staten Island's Corporate Commons area, serving families in New York's large city environment.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School — Students at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 13 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: 1.1/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 95% (2019) to 95% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 95% (2019) to 95% (2021).
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. IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING (rated 8.4/10, 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 is ranked #3594 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has a composite rating of 5.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School has 27.9% math proficiency and 58.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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
- Phone
- (347) 855-2238
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
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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