Charters in the News
New York’s public charter school sector features more than 300 schools from NYC to Buffalo, each with a unique vision for addressing student learning needs and getting students engaged in their educational journey. Below are just some of the public charter schools that are making headlines.
138 NYC Schools That Are Defying Expectations When it Comes to Reading
January 29, 2026 | Click to read article
“When The 74 started looking for Bright Spots — public schools that are beating the odds helping low-income students learn to read — it was hard to miss how well charter schools performed.”
Opinion | New York’s Charter Schools Live Up to Their Promise
Feb 3, 2026 | Click to read article
“Success Academy in the Bronx has a 90% poverty rate yet has reached a 96% proficiency rate in reading.”
Rochester charter schools seek funding changes as legislative session begins
January 19, 2026 | Click to read article
“Over the past two school years, Rochester charter schools have experienced a reduction in state aid, even as charter schools in New York’s other large cities have seen increases. The funding gap affects roughly 9,000 students enrolled in charter schools across the city.”
Charter school touts beating every public school in NY for top math test scores
December 13, 2025 | Click to read article
“New York charter school Success Academy outperformed public schools in math rankings statewide, according to the New York State Education Department’s newly released test score data for grades 3–8.”
Thousands rally in Brooklyn to support increased charter school funding
September 18, 2025 | Click to read article
“Thousands of parents, students, and educators marched across the Brooklyn Bridge on Thursday to demand fair funding for New York City’s charter schools.”