Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than 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-8
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem's student population of 624 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem is 0.56, 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
#1448 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem's ranking?
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem is ranked #1448 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem often compared to?
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlemis often viewed alongside schools like Future Leaders Institute Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem?
624 students attend Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem?
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem offer ?
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem part of?
Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem is part of Neighborhood Charter School Of Harlem School District.
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