Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Harlem Village Academy West Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School's student population of 639 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is 0.34, 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
#934 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
79%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Village Academy West Charter School's ranking?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is ranked #934 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harlem Village Academy West Charter School often compared to?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Infinity Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
The graduation rate of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
639 students attend Harlem Village Academy West Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harlem Village Academy West Charter School offer ?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlem Village Academy West Charter School part of?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is part of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School District.
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