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.
2,003
Total Students
123.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White6
Hispanic1,299
Black646
Asian16
Two or More23
American Indian13
  • Hispanic
    1,299 (64.9%)
  • Black
    646 (32.3%)
  • Two or More
    23 (1.1%)
  • Asian
    16 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    13 (0.6%)
  • White
    6 (0.3%)
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: 2,003
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 123.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,615
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 148
Grade 1 167
Grade 2 149
Grade 3 153
Grade 4 156
Grade 5 162
Grade 6 249
Grade 7 143
Grade 8 143
Grade 9 150
Grade 10 146
Grade 11 126
Grade 12 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten148
Grade 1167
Grade 2149
Grade 3153
Grade 4156
Grade 5162
Grade 6249
Grade 7143
Grade 8143
Grade 9150
Grade 10146
Grade 11126
Grade 12111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,07353.6%
Male93046.4%
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