Multilingual Learners/English Language Learners (MLLs) now comprise 10.1% of enrollment in NYC public charter schools. Charter schools remain committed to recruiting and providing services to MLL students.
MLL enrollment in
NYC charter schools increased by 11%
in last five years (from 2017-18 to 2022-23)
140
charter schools featured a preference for MLLs in their 2023-24 admission lotteries
54
charter schools enroll a higher proportion of MLLs in their schools than the citywide average of 17.2%
9
number of dual language charter schools in NYC (Spanish, Hebrew, and French)
PERCENTAGE OF ENROLLED MLL STUDENTS
Source: NYC DOE Demographics Snapshot
2023-24 MATH & ELA MLL PROFICIENCY
■ Charter ■ District ■ State
Source: NYSED Public School 3-8 Assessment Data.
2021-22 Math Proficiency, multilingual Learners
■ Charter ■ District ■ State
Source: NYSED Public School 3-8 Assessment Data.
