Very Good
#1488 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School
Elementary School · KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
21 JUMEL PL-RM D109, New York, NY 10032
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,488 of 4,742
In New York
#151 of 346
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School
Elementary School in New York · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School serves approximately 773 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,488 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy 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.
52% of students at Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter 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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Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School — Students at Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School Compares
See how Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 JUMEL PL-RM D109, New York, NY 10032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 173 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 128 AUDUBON New York | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WHIN MUSIC COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| INCARNATION SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 115 ALEXANDER HUMBOLDT New York | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON New York | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 173 New York | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,588
Median Home Value
$545,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
55,579
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
8.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
| BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River, NY | 7.2 |
| BOLIVAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chittenango, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School
What grades does Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School serve?
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School?
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 773 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School rank in NY?
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School ranks #1,488 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School?
94.0% of students at Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 773
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (212) 991-2620
Resources & Links
District
KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 773
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,445
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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