Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island's student population of 474 students has grown by 203% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 176% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island is 0.64, 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
#458 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
54%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island's ranking?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island is ranked #458 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island often compared to?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Islandis often viewed alongside schools like John W Lavelle Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island?
474 students attend Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island offer ?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island part of?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island is part of Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island located?
Hellenic Classical Charter School - Staten Island is located in the Bulls Head neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Bulls Head.
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