Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Park East I ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Park East I serves a large area in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 12.1 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 26.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park East I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Park East I's student population of 169 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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School Rankings
Central Park East I ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park East I is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1533 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
31%
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Black
17%
15%
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White
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park East I's ranking?
Central Park East I is ranked #1533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central Park East I often compared to?
Central Park East Iis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park East Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central Park East I?
169 students attend Central Park East I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Central Park East I students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park East I?
Central Park East I has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Park East I offer ?
Central Park East I offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Park East I part of?
Central Park East I is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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