School Overview
The Academy Charter School, located in Hempstead, New York, is a K-12 public charter institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and character development within its student body. Founded on the principles of high expectations and rigorous instruction, the school employs a structured educational model designed to prepare students for college and future career success. Its curriculum emphasizes core subjects while integrating character education, ensuring that students not only meet state academic standards but also develop the personal discipline and social responsibility necessary to succeed in a global society.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental partnership. By creating a supportive and safe environment, The Academy Charter School aims to close the achievement gap for students in the Hempstead area. The school utilizes extended school days and data-driven instruction to monitor student progress closely, allowing educators to provide personalized support. Through this holistic approach, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded, lifelong learners who are empowered to become positive contributors to their community.
1,880
Total Students
110.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White6
Hispanic1,112
Black719
Asian10
Two or More10
American Indian21
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,112 (59.1 %)
  • Black
    719 (38.2 %)
  • American Indian
    21 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    10 (0.5 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (0.5 %)
  • White
    6 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Phone: (516)408-2200
Website: http://www.academycharterschool.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 1,880
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 110.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,615
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 152
Grade 1 148
Grade 2 151
Grade 3 152
Grade 4 237
Grade 5 129
Grade 6 132
Grade 7 127
Grade 8 126
Grade 9 135
Grade 10 124
Grade 11 116
Grade 12 151

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten152
Grade 1148
Grade 2151
Grade 3152
Grade 4237
Grade 5129
Grade 6132
Grade 7127
Grade 8126
Grade 9135
Grade 10124
Grade 11116
Grade 12151
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,02254.4%
Male85845.6%
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