Below Average
#4114 of 4,742 schools in NY
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School
Middle School · ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
222 W 134TH ST-RM 111, New York, NY 10030
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,114 of 4,742
In New York
#314 of 346
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About St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL.
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St.
Hope Leadership Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,114 of 4,742 schools in NY. Structured state assessment records for St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, St. Hope Leadership Academy 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.
St. Hope Leadership Academy 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.
66% of students at St. Hope Leadership Academy 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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St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School — Students at St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 5.1/10.
How St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School Compares
See how St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
222 W 134TH ST-RM 111, New York, NY 10030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,738
Median Home Value
$810,100
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
30,781
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
13.3%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School
What grades does St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School serve?
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School?
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School rank in NY?
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School ranks #4,114 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School?
93.0% of students at St. Hope Leadership Academy 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.1%
- Phone
- (212) 283-1204
Resources & Links
District
ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 186
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,767
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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