Very Good
#1578 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Amani Public Charter School
Middle School · AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
60 S 3RD AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enrollment
343
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
343
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,578 of 4,742
In Mount Vernon
#4 of 17
public schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Amani Public Charter School
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About Amani Public Charter School
Amani Public Charter School is a public middle school in Mount Vernon, NY, part of AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL. Amani Public Charter School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades 5th-8th. Amani Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Amani Public Charter School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Amani Public Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Amani Public Charter School — Students at Amani Public Charter School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Amani Public Charter School Compares
See how Amani Public Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 S 3RD AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amani Public Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 0.4 mi | — |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| NELSON MANDELA/DR HOSA ZOLLICOFFER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,903
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
40,072
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.1 |
| CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 7.1 |
| CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 7.1 |
| CLINTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 7.1 |
| CONSELYEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.1 |
| ELWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Elwood, NY | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amani Public Charter School
What grades does Amani Public Charter School serve?
Amani Public Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Amani Public Charter School?
Amani Public Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
How does Amani Public Charter School rank in NY?
Amani Public Charter School ranks #1,578 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Amani Public Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Amani Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amani Public Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amani Public Charter School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Amani Public Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Amani Public Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Amani Public Charter School a Title I school?
No, Amani Public Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amani Public Charter School?
61.8% of students at Amani Public Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 343
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (914) 668-2553
Resources & Links
District
AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 343
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,160
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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