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#1552 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 33% in state

Amistad Dual Language School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

4862 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10034

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,552 of 4,742

In New York

#154 of 346

public schools

In district

#10 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Amistad Dual Language School

7.1/10

Elementary School in New York · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Amistad Dual Language School

Amistad Dual Language School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Amistad Dual Language School serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Amistad Dual Language School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Amistad Dual Language School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Amistad Dual Language School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

33% of students at Amistad Dual Language School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Amistad Dual Language School — Students at Amistad Dual Language School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
34.4%
ELA
55.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Amistad Dual Language School Compares

See how Amistad Dual Language School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in NY
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

Location

4862 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Amistad Dual Language School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MUSCOTA New York 0.0 mi 8.8
HAROLD O LEVY SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 4.3
HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION New York 0.1 mi 5.5
INWOOD EARLY COLLEGE FOR HEALTH AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.1 mi 4.8
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY New York 0.1 mi 7.8
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS New York 0.3 mi 6.9
INWOOD ACADEMY FOR LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.8
PS 98 SHORAC KAPPOCK New York 0.3 mi 5.1
MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 5.9
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL INWOOD New York 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 152 DYCKMAN VALLEY New York 0.5 mi 3.4
PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.9
MIDDLE SCHOOL 322 New York 0.5 mi 5.1
CITY COLLEGE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS New York 0.5 mi 4.9
PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York 0.6 mi 4.1
EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.7 mi 7.9
COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.8 mi 6.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York 0.8 mi 5.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York 0.8 mi 5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York 0.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood 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 Amistad Dual Language School

What grades does Amistad Dual Language School serve?

Amistad Dual Language School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Amistad Dual Language School?

Amistad Dual Language School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amistad Dual Language School?

The student-teacher ratio at Amistad Dual Language School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Amistad Dual Language School rank in NY?

Amistad Dual Language School ranks #1,552 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Amistad Dual Language School's MySchoolScout rating?

Amistad Dual Language 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 Amistad Dual Language School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Amistad Dual Language School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Amistad Dual Language School a charter school?

No, Amistad Dual Language School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Amistad Dual Language School a Title I school?

No, Amistad Dual Language School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amistad Dual Language School?

84.0% of students at Amistad Dual Language 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.

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Transit Score
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Bike Score
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How does Amistad Dual Language School stack up?

WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE)
5.6
PS 133 FRED R MOORE
6.3
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE
5.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

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