Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School is a public school in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, serving grades PreK -12. It is a part of the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 908 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School serves a 0.4 square mile area in New York, NY, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 0.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School's student population of 908 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
908 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
We are crew, not passengers.
School Rankings
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning 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 Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School is 0.15, 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
#2654 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School's ranking?
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School is ranked #2654 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School often compared to?
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School?
The graduation rate of Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School?
908 students attend Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School?
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School offer ?
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School part of?
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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