Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, Lower Manhattan Arts Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lower Manhattan Arts Academy serves a diverse area in New York, NY, encompassing approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy's student population of 262 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy 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 Lower Manhattan Arts Academy is 0.57, 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
#4326 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
31%
15%
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White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Lower Manhattan Arts Academy's ranking?
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy is ranked #4326 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lower Manhattan Arts Academy often compared to?
Lower Manhattan Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Dual Language And Asian Studies, Essex Street Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Manhattan Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Lower Manhattan Arts Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Lower Manhattan Arts Academy?
262 students attend Lower Manhattan Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lower Manhattan Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lower Manhattan Arts Academy?
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lower Manhattan Arts Academy offer ?
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lower Manhattan Arts Academy part of?
Lower Manhattan Arts Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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