Figure D
Challenges confronting New York City schools, all schools vs. schools slated for closure
| Characteristic | All schools | Schools slated for closure |
|---|---|---|
| Over-age | 6.1% | 10.3% |
| English language learner | 12.2% | 13.7% |
| Poor | 67.2% | 77.1% |
| Black | 31.6% | 40.4% |
| Hispanic | 39.2% | 55.4% |
| White | 12.9% | 1.1% |
Note: Over-age refers to students who are older than the expected age for that grade; normally this indicates that the student has been retained in grade one or more times. Poor students are those who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals.
Source: Independent Budget Office (2012b)
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