The Lottery (2018)
Synopsis
More than 3,000 parents apply for just 475 seats in a charter school lottery in Washington Heights, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction with local schools.
Synopsis
At the Armory in Washington Heights, 5,000 parents gather for a charter school lottery. Only 475 seats are available at Harlem Success Academy. The stakes are high for the children, who face significant achievement gaps in public education. The documentary follows several families as they navigate this critical moment, reflecting on their hopes for a better educational future amid widespread dissatisfaction with local schools.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the intense competition for charter school seats in NYC.
- Meet Shauna Roshford, a passionate future teacher.
- Find out about the significant achievement gaps in education.
Did You Know
- Over 5,000 parents attended a charter school lottery in Washington Heights.
- Only 475 seats were available for more than 3,000 applicants.
- 58% of black fourth graders are functionally illiterate.
- The average black 12th grader performs at the same level as a white 8th grader.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many parents attended the charter school lottery in Washington Heights?
As many as 5,000 parents attended the charter school lottery in Washington Heights.
What is the achievement gap between African-American and Latino students compared to white students?
The average black 12th grader is performing about as well as the average white 8th grader, indicating a four-year gap in achievement.
What percentage of black fourth graders are functionally illiterate?
Fifty-eight percent of black fourth graders are functionally illiterate.
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