Serving 515 students in grades 9-12, Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School's student population of 515 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High 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 Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is 0.26, 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
#1157 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is ranked #1157 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
515 students attend Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School offer ?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School part of?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is part of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School located?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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