Serving 470 students in grades 9-12, Charter High School For Law And Social Justice ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice's student population of 470 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is 0.25, 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
#1850 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
86%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice's ranking?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is ranked #1850 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charter High School For Law And Social Justice often compared to?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Infinity Charter School, New Visions Aim Charter High School Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
470 students attend Charter High School For Law And Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charter High School For Law And Social Justice offer ?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice part of?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is part of Charter High School For Law And Social Justice School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter High School For Law And Social Justice located?
Charter High School For Law And Social Justice is located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Morris Heights.
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