Destine Preparatory Charter School serves 213 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Destine Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Destine Preparatory Charter School's student population of 213 students has grown by 119% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Destine Preparatory Charter School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
78%
15%
White
3%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Destine Preparatory Charter School?
213 students attend Destine Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Destine Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Destine Preparatory Charter School?
Destine Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Destine Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Destine Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Destine Preparatory Charter School part of?
Destine Preparatory Charter School is part of Destine Preparatory Charter School District.
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