Serving 987 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Riverton Street Charter School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton Street Charter School's student population of 987 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
987 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Riverton Street Charter School 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 Riverton Street Charter School is 0.22, 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
#1892 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
88%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Riverton Street Charter School's ranking?
Riverton Street Charter School is ranked #1892 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverton Street Charter School often compared to?
Riverton Street Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School - Springfield Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverton Street Charter School?
987 students attend Riverton Street Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riverton Street Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverton Street Charter School?
Riverton Street Charter School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverton Street Charter School offer ?
Riverton Street Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverton Street Charter School part of?
Riverton Street Charter School is part of Riverton Street Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverton Street Charter School located?
Riverton Street Charter School is located in the St Albans neighborhood of Saint Albans, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in St Albans.
School Reviews
1 10/20/2020
This school does nothing about bullying, when my daughter complains about been bullied the teacher said she must go down something to the bully... I eventually took my child out and send her to another school...
3 3/20/2020
This school needs leadership in academics. It seems some teachers are not helping students or assisting parents with improving grades. Trying to contact certain teachers is impossible.
2 10/1/2016
This school has a very disorganized administration that does not support its teachers. There's a lack of disciolary action, lack of enforcement to keep education first, lack of focus on the students well rounded educational needs. The teachers work hard and have nothing to show for it. They also have some teachers who are unqualified. The students are disrespectful passed the lower school and have no direction.
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