Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Harriet Tubman Charter School 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Tubman Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Charter School's student population of 494 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman Charter School 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 Harriet Tubman Charter School is 0.52, 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
#1718 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
58%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
21%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Htcs Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Tubman Charter School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is ranked #1718 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School?
494 students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Harriet Tubman Charter School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Harriet Tubman Charter School offer ?
Harriet Tubman Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harriet Tubman Charter School part of?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is part of Harriet Tubman Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Tubman Charter School located?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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