Serving 422 students in grades 9-12, University Prep Charter High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Prep Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Prep Charter High School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of University Prep Charter High School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
59%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are University Prep Charter High School often compared to?
University Prep Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nyc Charter High School - Aeci, Kipp Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Prep Charter High School?
The graduation rate of University Prep Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Prep Charter High School?
422 students attend University Prep Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of University Prep Charter High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Prep Charter High School?
University Prep Charter High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Prep Charter High School offer ?
University Prep Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Prep Charter High School part of?
University Prep Charter High School is part of University Prep Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is University Prep Charter High School located?
University Prep Charter High School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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