GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL

GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in LACKAWANNA, NY with about 940 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 80 teachers, GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL, located in Lackawanna, New York, is a K-12 public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education within a diverse and inclusive environment. The school emphasizes a global perspective, aiming to equip students with the academic skills, cultural awareness, and character development necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing world. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused curriculum, the institution strives to foster strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, ensuring that every learner receives personalized attention to meet their individual goals.

Beyond its core academic program, Global Concepts places a high priority on community engagement and the holistic development of its student body. The school integrates character education and leadership opportunities into its daily structure, encouraging students to become active, responsible citizens. With a commitment to equity and excellence, the school utilizes its charter status to implement innovative teaching strategies that address the unique needs of the Lackawanna community, preparing graduates not just for higher education, but for meaningful contributions to the global society.

For more information, contact GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL at (716) 821-1903 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 RIDGE RD
LACKAWANNA, NY 14218-1755
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GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in LACKAWANNA, NY with about 940 enrolled students. See other public other schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
NYS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF CHARTER SCHOOLS
Total Students:
940
Teachers:
80.03
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 940 students

White
69.3%
Black or African American
22.0%
Hispanic/Latino
6.9%
Two or more races
1.0%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
53.6%
Male
46.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.