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#1790 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Amber Charter School Inwood
Elementary School · AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD
532 W 215TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 336 schools in New York. Learn more
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,790 of 4,742
In New York
#166 of 346
public schools
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Amber Charter School Inwood
Elementary School in New York · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Amber Charter School Inwood
Amber Charter School Inwood is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD. Amber Charter School Inwood serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Amber Charter School Inwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Amber Charter School Inwood is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Amber Charter School Inwood 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.
37% of students at Amber Charter School Inwood 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Amber Charter School Inwood Compares
See how Amber Charter School Inwood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
532 W 215TH ST, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amber Charter School Inwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KINNERET DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,786
Median Home Value
$518,000
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
39,037
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
10%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amber Charter School Inwood
What grades does Amber Charter School Inwood serve?
Amber Charter School Inwood serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Amber Charter School Inwood?
Amber Charter School Inwood has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amber Charter School Inwood?
The student-teacher ratio at Amber Charter School Inwood is 13.2:1. 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 Inwood rank in NY?
Amber Charter School Inwood ranks #1,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Amber Charter School Inwood's MySchoolScout rating?
Amber Charter School Inwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Amber Charter School Inwood a charter school?
Yes, Amber Charter School Inwood 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 Inwood a Title I school?
No, Amber Charter School Inwood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amber Charter School Inwood?
88.3% of students at Amber Charter School Inwood qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (212) 534-9667
Resources & Links
District
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD- District Enrollment
- 145
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $76,275
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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