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#790 of 991 private schools in NY

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School

School

41 BROAD ST, New York, NY 10004

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

1,902

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In New York

#111 of 118

public schools

New York schools

#222 of 277

About Leman Manhattan Preparatory School

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School serves 1,902 students in grades kindergarten through 12 at its location on Broad Street in lower Manhattan. As a regular public school, it maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1 with 185 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school ranks #321 out of 991 schools statewide, placing it in the 68th percentile among New York schools, with room for continued academic growth.

The comprehensive K-12 structure means families can keep their children in one school community throughout their entire educational journey, from early elementary years through high school graduation. Leman Manhattan Preparatory School sits in the heart of one of Manhattan's most affluent neighborhoods, where the median household income reaches $232,543 and an exceptional 94% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding ZIP code 10004 has a low poverty rate of just 3.1% and houses about 4,600 residents in an area where median home values exceed $1.7 million.

The school's downtown Manhattan location places students at the center of the financial district, surrounded by the energy and opportunities of one of the world's most dynamic urban environments.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Leman Manhattan Preparatory School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Leman Manhattan Preparatory School compares to 345 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,902
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.3% vs 0%
Black 8.8% vs 0%
Asian 4.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Leman Manhattan Preparatory School New York Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Leman Manhattan Preparatory School (this school) 5.4
MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL 6.2
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN 7.5
RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING 6.7
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.9
NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 5.8
PS 150 7.6
LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL 7.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE 6.0
JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 4.4
BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL 8.0
PS 94 7.3
SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL 7.2
PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) 7.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (THE) 7.5
MANHATTAN EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR ADVERTISING 7.3
URBAN ASSEMBLY MAKER ACADEMY 6.1
MURRY BERGTRAUM HIGH SCHOOL FOR BUSINESS CAREERS 8.2
PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL 8.0
IS 289 7.8
PS 89 7.7

Showing 20 of 345 schools. View all schools in New York

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,288
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Enrollment 1,902
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.3%
Black 8.8%
Two or More 4.4%
Asian 4.1%
Hispanic 2.3%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

41 BROAD ST, New York, NY 10004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leman Manhattan Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Manhattan), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE TITUS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 94 (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 6.2
RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York 0.1 mi 6.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York 0.1 mi 7.5
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 5.9
NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York 0.1 mi 5.8
THE LANG SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.1
QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan 0.1 mi 8.7
PINE STREET SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 8.1
PS 150 New York 0.2 mi 7.6
LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York 0.3 mi 6.0
JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 4.4
THE TITUS SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.9
BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.0
PS 94 New York 0.3 mi 7.3
BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York 0.4 mi
SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.2
PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 7.4
GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York 0.7 mi 6.6
PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$220,592

Median Home Value

$1,866,400

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

3,875

College Educated

90.9%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

32.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Leman Manhattan Preparatory School has a median household income of $220,592. It is a well-educated community where 91% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,866,400, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.5
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway, NY 5.5
YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Yonkers, NY 5.5
TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Far Rockaway, NY 5.3
BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.2
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BEDFORD STUYVESANT CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leman Manhattan Preparatory School

What grades does Leman Manhattan Preparatory School serve?

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Leman Manhattan Preparatory School?

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 1,902 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leman Manhattan Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Leman Manhattan Preparatory School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Leman Manhattan Preparatory School rank in NY?

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School is ranked #790 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Leman Manhattan Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Leman Manhattan Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Leman Manhattan Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Leman Manhattan Preparatory School a religious school?

No, Leman Manhattan Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,902
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
185
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
161 days
Setting
Large City
County
NEW YORK
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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