Henry Johnson Charter School

30 Watervliet Ave
Albany, NY 12206
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Henry Johnson 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 27:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Henry Johnson Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Henry Johnson Charter School's student population of 346 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Character…Achieving Excellence

School Rankings

Henry Johnson 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 Henry Johnson Charter School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
52%
50-54%
49%
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
63%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Henry Johnson Charter School's ranking?
Henry Johnson Charter School is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Henry Johnson Charter School often compared to?
Henry Johnson Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Tech Valley Charter School, Kipp Albany Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Henry Johnson Charter School?
346 students attend Henry Johnson Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Henry Johnson Charter School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Johnson Charter School?
Henry Johnson Charter School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Johnson Charter School offer ?
Henry Johnson Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Johnson Charter School part of?
Henry Johnson Charter School is part of Henry Johnson Charter School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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