Serving 108 students in grades 9-12, New Roots Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Roots Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Roots Charter School's student population of 108 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Roots Charter 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)
(21-22)≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
65%
40%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
44%
4%
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 schools are New Roots Charter School often compared to?
New Roots Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehman Alternative Community School, Ithaca Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Roots Charter School?
The graduation rate of New Roots Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Roots Charter School?
108 students attend New Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of New Roots Charter School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Roots Charter School?
New Roots Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Roots Charter School offer ?
New Roots Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Roots Charter School part of?
New Roots Charter School is part of New Roots Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is New Roots Charter School located?
New Roots Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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