Serving 156 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem's student population of 156 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem is 0.40, 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
#1019 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
76%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem's ranking?
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem is ranked #1019 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem?
156 students attend Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem?
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem offer ?
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem part of?
Sisulu-walker Charter School Of Harlem is part of Sisulu-Walker Charter School Of Harlem School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
My child has been attending since kindergarten and I have no complaints. I also like that READING is definitely a main focus. Everyone knows my child, even the cleaning staff.
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