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The New York City Charter School Center helps new charter schools get started, supports existing schools and builds community support so that highly effective schools can flourish.

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135,902

charter students in all 5 boroughs

267

charter schools in NYC

NYC charter schools applicants increased by 

26%

 from SY14-15 to SY19-20

79%

of charter school students are economically disadvantaged

7%

of students in NYC charter schools are English Language Learners

13%

of NYC public school students attend charter schools

20 Years of Charters in NY