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#1644 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 35% in state

Harriet Tubman Charter School

Elementary School · HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL

3565 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456

Charter

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,644 of 4,742

In Bronx

#84 of 452

public schools

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Harriet Tubman Charter School

7.0/10

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

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About Harriet Tubman Charter School

Harriet Tubman Charter School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL. Harriet Tubman Charter School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriet Tubman Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Harriet Tubman Charter School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Harriet Tubman Charter School 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,467
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Harriet Tubman Charter School — Students at Harriet Tubman Charter School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 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
80%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
25%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
32.2%
ELA
52.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Harriet Tubman Charter School Compares

See how Harriet Tubman Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

3565 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harriet Tubman Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 132 GARRETT A MORGAN (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,676

Median Home Value

$428,800

Median Rent

$1,194/mo

Population

86,958

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

6.6%

Avg Commute

41 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harriet Tubman Charter School

What grades does Harriet Tubman Charter School serve?

Harriet Tubman Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School?

Harriet Tubman Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harriet Tubman Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harriet Tubman Charter School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harriet Tubman Charter School rank in NY?

Harriet Tubman Charter School ranks #1,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Harriet Tubman Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harriet Tubman Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Harriet Tubman Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriet Tubman Charter School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harriet Tubman Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Harriet Tubman Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Harriet Tubman Charter School a Title I school?

No, Harriet Tubman Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harriet Tubman Charter School?

87.5% of students at Harriet Tubman Charter 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
506
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,467
District Rank
#1 of 1

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