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Community Health Academy of the Heights

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

504 W 158TH ST, New York, NY 10033

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,798 of 4,742

In New York

#231 of 346

public schools

In district

#22 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Community Health Academy of the Heights

Community Health Academy of the Heights is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Community Health Academy of the Heights serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Health Academy of the Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,798 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Community Health Academy of the Heights show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
District avg 5.8
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Community Health Academy of the Heights sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

71% of students at Community Health Academy of the Heights 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 · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.8Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change+2.03 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendImproving

Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency10.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-14.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile20th

College Readiness6.1Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate87%

AP Participation20.4%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1

Chronic Absenteeism70.7%

Community Health Academy of the Heights — Students at Community Health Academy of the Heights score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 43.0% (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

56%

ELA

32%

2010

Math

20%

ELA

2011

Math

51%

ELA

40%

2012

Math

24%

ELA

25%

2013

Math

ELA

21%

2014

Math

26%

ELA

27%

2015

Math

31%

ELA

41%

2016

Math

29%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

38%

ELA

52%

2018

Math

48%

ELA

52%

2019

Math

48%

ELA

52%

2020*

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2021*

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2022

Math

10.1%

ELA

35.3%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Community Health Academy of the Heights Compares

See how Community Health Academy of the Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.8/10

41th percentile in NY

Academic

3.9/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

2.6/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

2 boys' · 2 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

93%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

56 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

70.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

20.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics4sports offered

2 boys'·2 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

504 W 158TH ST, New York, NY 10033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Health Academy of the Heights may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON New York	0.1 mi	450	6.5
PS 28 WRIGHT BROTHERS New York	0.1 mi	388	4.3
PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY New York	0.3 mi	423	7.6
WHIN MUSIC COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	420	2.9
NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	712	6.1
MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	276	7.6
COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York	0.4 mi	131	5.3
GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York	0.4 mi	627	7.4
PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York	0.3 mi	371	4.4
PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York	0.5 mi	337	4.8
PS 128 AUDUBON New York	0.6 mi	444	5.5
CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	202	5.7
WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.5 mi	249	5.6
PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL New York	0.6 mi	389	4.9
THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	148	4.6
MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York	0.5 mi	230	5.2
MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York	0.5 mi	219	5.3
KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	773	7.2
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM New York	0.7 mi	596	6.6
PS 200 JAMES MCCUNE SMITH SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.7 mi	282	4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,585

Median Home Value

$709,100

Median Rent

$1,742/mo

Population

53,611

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

15.4%

Avg Commute

41.3 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Health Academy of the Heights

What grades does Community Health Academy of the Heights serve?

Community Health Academy of the Heights serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Community Health Academy of the Heights?

Community Health Academy of the Heights has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Health Academy of the Heights?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Health Academy of the Heights is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community Health Academy of the Heights rank in NY?

Community Health Academy of the Heights ranks #2,798 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Community Health Academy of the Heights's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Health Academy of the Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Community Health Academy of the Heights?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Health Academy of the Heights has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Community Health Academy of the Heights a charter school?

No, Community Health Academy of the Heights is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Community Health Academy of the Heights a Title I school?

No, Community Health Academy of the Heights is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Health Academy of the Heights?

92.9% of students at Community Health Academy of the Heights 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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Bike Score: 87 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 574
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 56
Free/Reduced Lunch: 92.9%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 70.7%
Phone: (212) 342-6600
4-Year Graduation: 87.0%

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

District Enrollment: 17,940
Schools in District: 45
District Rank: #22 of 45

Other Schools in This District

MUSCOTA 8.8 PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS 8.2 DOS PUENTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.1 PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL 7.9 WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY 7.8

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