Serving 954 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Utica Academy Of Science Charter School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 954 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School's student population of 954 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
954 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School is 0.78, which is more 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
#2994 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
25%
15%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Utica Academy Of Science Charter School's ranking?
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School is ranked #2994 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Utica Academy Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Utica Academy Of Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senator James H Donovan Middle School, Waterville Jr/sr High School, John F Kennedy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Utica Academy Of Science Charter School?
954 students attend Utica Academy Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School?
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Utica Academy Of Science Charter School offer ?
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Utica Academy Of Science Charter School part of?
Utica Academy Of Science Charter School is part of Utica Academy Of Science Charter School District.
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