Excellent
#318 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
New Roots Charter School
High School · NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL
PO BOX 936, Ithaca, NY 14851
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#318 of 4,742
In Ithaca
#1 of 13
public schools
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About New Roots Charter School
New Roots Charter School is a public high school in Ithaca, NY, part of NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL. New Roots Charter School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Roots Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New Roots Charter School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
What's said publicly about New Roots Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, New Roots 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.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, New Roots Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Roots 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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New Roots Charter School — Students at New Roots Charter School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How New Roots Charter School Compares
See how New Roots 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
PO BOX 936, Ithaca, NY 14851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Roots Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LANSING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lansing), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.8 mi | — |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 7.4 mi | — |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfield | 7.5 mi | 4.4 |
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| NORTHERN ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Middletown, NY | 8.5 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York, NY | 8.5 |
| THE KNOX SCHOOL Saint James, NY | 8.2 |
| WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER Freeport, NY | 8.8 |
| FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN - UPPER WEST SIDE New York, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Roots Charter School
What grades does New Roots Charter School serve?
New Roots Charter School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Roots Charter School?
New Roots Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Roots Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Roots Charter School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Roots Charter School rank in NY?
New Roots Charter School ranks #318 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New Roots Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Roots Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 New Roots Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Roots Charter School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is New Roots Charter School a charter school?
Yes, New Roots Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is New Roots Charter School a Title I school?
No, New Roots Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Roots Charter School?
52.8% of students at New Roots 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (607) 882-9220
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
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District
NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 108
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,462
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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