Serving 365 students in grades 6-9, Richmond Preparatory 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Richmond Preparatory Charter School's student population of 365 students has grown by 234% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
School Rankings
Richmond Preparatory 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 Richmond Preparatory Charter School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2462 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
35%
15%
White
16%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Richmond Preparatory Charter School is ranked #2462 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Richmond Preparatory Charter School?
365 students attend Richmond Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Richmond Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Richmond Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Richmond Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Richmond Preparatory Charter School part of?
Richmond Preparatory Charter School is part of Richmond Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Richmond Preparatory Charter School located?
Richmond Preparatory Charter School is located in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Bloomfield.
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