Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School's student population of 596 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2593 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
87%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School's ranking?
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School is ranked #2593 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School?
596 students attend Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School?
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School offer ?
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School part of?
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School is part of Merrick Academy-Queens Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School located?
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School is located in the Laurelton neighborhood of Springfield Gardens, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Laurelton.
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