Serving 163 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Family Life Academy Charter School Iii 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii's student population of 163 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii 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 Family Life Academy Charter School Iii 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2229 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Hispanic
75%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
1%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Family Life Academy Charter School Iii's ranking?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is ranked #2229 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Family Life Academy Charter School Iii?
163 students attend Family Life Academy Charter School Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Family Life Academy Charter School Iii students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Family Life Academy Charter School Iii?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Family Life Academy Charter School Iii offer ?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Family Life Academy Charter School Iii part of?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is part of Family Life Academy Charter School III School District.
In what neighborhood is Family Life Academy Charter School Iii located?
Family Life Academy Charter School Iii is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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