Black NYC charter students significantly outperform public counterpartsBy Carl Campanile, Jesse O’Neill, Georgett Roberts and Khristina Narizhnaya
February 22, 2023
New York City’s charter schools have lifted the fortunes of thousands of schoolkids, leading Gov. Hochul to push for more new charters and the revival of some “zombie’’ licenses of those closed. This week, The Post reveals the success city charter schools have had by examining data and talking with those most closely involved in the system. To oppose more charters is simply racist, say some supporters, including former Gov. Pataki.
New York City’s black charter school students significantly outperform their public school counterparts — leading to claims that the battle to hold back charters is racist.
Proponents argue the stunning data indicate charters provide families of color more educational choices, as many progressive lawmakers and politically powerful teachers unions gripe the schools siphon off resources from the public education system.
“The charter schools took the kids that people said couldn’t learn. These kids are getting scholarships and going to college,” said Democratic former Gov. David Paterson, who helped increase the number of charters in New York in 2010.
Republican former Gov. Pataki, asked by The Post if it is racist to not increase the number of charters, responded, “Absolutely!
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Source:
https://nypost.com/2023/02/22/black-nyc-charter-students-outperform-public-counterparts/
