Serving 171 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MS 224 Manhattan East School for Arts & Academics serves a 1 square mile attendance zone in New York, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is approximately 0.6 miles, extending up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's student population of 171 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics 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 Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is 0.60, 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
#2052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's ranking?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is ranked #2052 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
171 students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offer ?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics part of?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I can honestly this school has changed my life for the better. The teachers are always there for you and the school makes you feel like you are a part of a big family. Also because of the opportunities this school offered, I basically went into high school as a sophomore. I definitely recommend this school.
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