Below Average
#4025 of 4,742 schools in NY
Amber Charter School East Harlem
Elementary School · AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM
220 E 106TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,025 of 4,742
In New York
#305 of 346
public schools
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Amber Charter School East Harlem
Elementary School in New York · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Amber Charter School East Harlem
Amber Charter School East Harlem is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM. Amber Charter School East Harlem serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Amber Charter School East Harlem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Amber Charter School East Harlem show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Amber Charter School East Harlem 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.
55% of students at Amber Charter School East Harlem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Amber Charter School East Harlem — Students at Amber Charter School East Harlem score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 3.6/10.
How Amber Charter School East Harlem Compares
See how Amber Charter School East Harlem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 E 106TH ST, New York, NY 10029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amber Charter School East Harlem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL PARK EAST I (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,308
Median Home Value
$818,100
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
74,848
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
7%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
37.8
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| ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 4.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.3 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amber Charter School East Harlem
What grades does Amber Charter School East Harlem serve?
Amber Charter School East Harlem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Amber Charter School East Harlem?
Amber Charter School East Harlem has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amber Charter School East Harlem?
The student-teacher ratio at Amber Charter School East Harlem is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amber Charter School East Harlem rank in NY?
Amber Charter School East Harlem ranks #4,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Amber Charter School East Harlem's MySchoolScout rating?
Amber Charter School East Harlem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Amber Charter School East Harlem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amber Charter School East Harlem has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Amber Charter School East Harlem a charter school?
Yes, Amber Charter School East Harlem is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Amber Charter School East Harlem a Title I school?
No, Amber Charter School East Harlem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amber Charter School East Harlem?
99.0% of students at Amber Charter School East Harlem 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.8%
- Phone
- (212) 534-9667
Resources & Links
District
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM- District Enrollment
- 312
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,664
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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