Global Community Charter School

Global Community Charter School is a K-5 elementary charter school in Manhattan that offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP), emphasizing inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and global citizenship. The curriculum integrates arts education, including dance, music, and visual arts, alongside Spanish instruction. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency is slightly above the citywide median, while math proficiency is below the median. Opportunities for accelerated coursework are well below the citywide 25th percentile. The school serves a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students and has a diverse student body, predominantly Black and Hispanic. Parent feedback is exceptionally positive, with high satisfaction reported across various aspects of the school experience, highlighting strong family partnerships. However, student surveys indicate some concerns regarding conflict resolution, with less than half of students reporting fair resolution of conflicts. A notable portion of students also report experiencing bullying or physical altercations sometimes or often. The school maintains a 0% suspension rate.