Very Good
#1197 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
Elementary School · ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL
122-05 SMITH ST, Jamaica, NY 11434
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,197 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#13 of 48
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL. Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Rochdale Early Advantage 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.
33% of students at Rochdale Early Advantage 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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Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School — Students at Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: 9.6/10.
How Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School Compares
See how Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
122-05 SMITH ST, Jamaica, NY 11434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,668
Median Home Value
$585,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
67,611
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
47.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.1
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|---|---|
| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
What grades does Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School serve?
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School?
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School rank in NY?
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School ranks #1,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School a Title I school?
No, Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School?
65.9% of students at Rochdale Early Advantage 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (718) 978-9975
Resources & Links
District
ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 434
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,895
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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