Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dream Charter School Mott Haven's student population of 354 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 416% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dream Charter School Mott Haven is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3074 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dream Charter School Mott Haven's ranking?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is ranked #3074 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dream Charter School Mott Haven?
354 students attend Dream Charter School Mott Haven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dream Charter School Mott Haven students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dream Charter School Mott Haven?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dream Charter School Mott Haven offer ?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dream Charter School Mott Haven part of?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is part of Dream Charter School Mott Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Dream Charter School Mott Haven located?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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