Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Central Park East Ii 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Park East II serves an attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Park East Ii's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Central Park East Ii ranks within the bottom 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 Ii is 0.55, which is less 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
#3065 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
62%
31%
Black
25%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Ii's ranking?
Central Park East Ii is ranked #3065 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central Park East Ii often compared to?
Central Park East Iiis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park East I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central Park East Ii?
407 students attend Central Park East Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Central Park East Ii students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park East Ii?
Central Park East Ii has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Park East Ii offer ?
Central Park East Ii offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Park East Ii part of?
Central Park East Ii is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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