Serving 1,352 students in grades 6-11, Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School's student population of 1,352 students has grown by 232% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 368% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Rankings
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School is 0.36, which is less 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
#1556 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
78%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School's ranking?
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School is ranked #1556 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School often compared to?
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School?
1,352 students attend Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School?
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School offer ?
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School part of?
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School is part of Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School District.
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