Serving 1,657 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 1,657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The Manhattan Center for Science & Mathematics serves an extensive attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics's student population of 1,657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1982
School Rankings
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics is 0.71, 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
#956 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics's ranking?
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics is ranked #956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics often compared to?
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematicsis often viewed alongside schools like Park East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics?
The graduation rate of Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics?
1,657 students attend Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics?
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics offer ?
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics part of?
Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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