The article highlights the ongoing issue of space inequity faced by charter schools in New York City, particularly through the lens of Success Academy's High School of Liberal Arts. Due to co-location policies, charter schools often have to share facilities with district schools, even while extensive space remains underutilized in many school buildings. The article emphasizes that despite over 215,000 unused student seats in NYC schools and an average of 27 scholars per classroom at the Success Academy, charter schools are still forced to operate with less space compared to district schools, which can hinder educational experiences.
The inequity in school space allocation forces charter schools to navigate severe space limitations, despite a significant number of empty seats in public school buildings.
Charter schools, including Success Academy, face disproportionate space challenges, with higher student-to-classroom ratios compared to district counterparts, impacting vital educational experiences.
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