Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manhattan Charter School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Manhattan Charter School's student population of 182 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Changing the World, One Curious Mind at a Time
School Rankings
Manhattan Charter School 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 Manhattan Charter School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3088 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
62%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Charter School's ranking?
Manhattan Charter School is ranked #3088 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Manhattan Charter School often compared to?
Manhattan Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 110 Florence Nightingale, P.s. 142 Amalia Castro by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Manhattan Charter School?
182 students attend Manhattan Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manhattan Charter School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan Charter School?
Manhattan Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manhattan Charter School offer ?
Manhattan Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manhattan Charter School part of?
Manhattan Charter School is part of Manhattan Charter School District.
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