Multilingual Learners/English Language Learners (MLLs) now comprise 9.6% of enrollment in NYC public charter schools (traditional district schools enroll 14.8%). Charter schools remain committed to recruiting and providing services to MLL students.
MLL enrollment in
NYC charter schools increased by 39%
in last five years (from 2017-18 to 2022-23)
140
charter schools featured a preference for MLLs in their 2023-24 admission lotteries
43%
of NYC charter schools have seen a 20%+ increase in MLL enrollment from the 2020-21 to 2022-23 school years
9
number of dual language charter schools in NYC (Spanish, Hebrew, and French)
PERCENTAGE OF ENROLLED MLL STUDENTS
Source: NYC DOE Demographics Snapshot
2021-22 ELA Proficiency, multilingual Learners
■ 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.
