Serving 552 students in grades 6-12, Community Health Academy Of The Heights 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS serves a compact area of approximately 0.4 square miles in New York, NY, with most students living within a 0.4-mile distance from the school and typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends up to 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Health Academy Of The Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Community Health Academy Of The Heights's student population of 552 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Community Health Academy Of The Heights 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 Community Health Academy Of The Heights is 0.33, 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
#3015 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Health Academy Of The Heights's ranking?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights is ranked #3015 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Community Health Academy Of The Heights often compared to?
Community Health Academy Of The Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
The graduation rate of Community Health Academy Of The Heights is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
552 students attend Community Health Academy Of The Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Community Health Academy Of The Heights students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community Health Academy Of The Heights offer ?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Health Academy Of The Heights part of?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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