Below Average
#4031 of 4,742 schools in NY
Harold O Levy School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
650 ACADEMY ST, New York, NY 10034
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,031 of 4,742
In New York
#311 of 346
public schools
In district
#43 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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About Harold O Levy School
Harold O Levy School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Harold O Levy School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harold O Levy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,031 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harold O Levy School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Harold O Levy School 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Harold O Levy School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Harold O Levy 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
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Harold O Levy School — Students at Harold O Levy School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.5/10.
How Harold O Levy School Compares
See how Harold O Levy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 ACADEMY ST, New York, NY 10034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harold O Levy School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 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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|---|---|
| CITY KNOLL MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.3 |
| ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.2 |
| NEWFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfield, NY | 4.4 |
| DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Nunda, NY | 4.5 |
| RESTORATION ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 4.1 |
| SANDY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Creek, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harold O Levy School
What grades does Harold O Levy School serve?
Harold O Levy School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Harold O Levy School?
Harold O Levy School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harold O Levy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harold O Levy School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harold O Levy School rank in NY?
Harold O Levy School ranks #4,031 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harold O Levy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harold O Levy School 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 Harold O Levy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harold O Levy School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harold O Levy School a charter school?
No, Harold O Levy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harold O Levy School a Title I school?
No, Harold O Levy School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harold O Levy School?
97.0% of students at Harold O Levy 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (212) 567-9162
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #43 of 45
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