The New York City Charter School Evaluation Project: How New York City’s Charter Schools Affect Student Achievement

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The New York City Charter Schools Evaluation Project
February 2010
Research and Evaluation, Understanding Charter Schools

This 2009 report investigates whether certain policies associated with charter schools have an impact on student achievement. Policies investigated include a longer school year, greater emphasis on language arts during the school day, performance-based pay, and a mission statement focused on academic performance.