Very Good

#108 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 11% of private schools

Manhattan Children's Center (the)

School

111 W 92ND ST, New York, NY 10025

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

103

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

103

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#108 of 992

In New York

#34 of 118

public schools

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About Manhattan Children's Center (the)

Manhattan Children's Center (the) is a private school in New York, NY. Manhattan Children's Center (the) serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Manhattan Children's Center (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.5 pts above NY schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 103 students, Manhattan Children's Center (the) 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Manhattan Children's Center (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Manhattan Children's Center (the) is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Manhattan Children's Center (the) compares to 347 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.9:1

This School

11.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

103

This School

436

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.7

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.2% vs 0%

Asian 15.5% vs 0%

Black 6.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.8% vs 0%

Manhattan Children's Center (the) New York Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Manhattan Children's Center (the) (this school)	—	103	7.9:1	7.7
LAFAYETTE ACADEMY	0.1 mi	194	7.2:1	8.2
PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN	0.1 mi	473	8.4:1	7.6
COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258	0.1 mi	138	8.1:1	5.5
PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER	0.1 mi	670	16:1	8.2
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE)	0.2 mi	600	16.2:1	8.7
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH	0.3 mi	524	13.1:1	7.5
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON	0.4 mi	480	6.6:1	7.3
GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE)	0.4 mi	393	11.9:1	7.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE)	0.4 mi	316	9.6:1	7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST	0.4 mi	1,001	—:1	7.5
FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL	0.4 mi	426	13.7:1	7.3
INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS	0.4 mi	122	9.4:1	6.8
PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON	0.4 mi	497	14.6:1	7.8
MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL	0.4 mi	251	13.9:1	7.6
PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL	0.6 mi	513	5:1	4.0
WEST PREP ACADEMY	0.6 mi	167	6.4:1	6.6
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE)	0.6 mi	487	15.2:1	5.4
PS 87 WILLIAM SHERMAN	0.7 mi	726	16.1:1	7.5
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON	0.8 mi	710	13.9:1	8.5
MS 247 DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.8 mi	206	8.6:1	6.1

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

B+ 6.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 60%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 103

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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 59.2%

Asian 15.5%

Two or More 12.6%

Black 6.8%

Hispanic 5.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

111 W 92ND ST, New York, NY 10025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manhattan Children's Center (the) may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DWIGHT SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLUMBIA GRAMMAR & PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LAFAYETTE ACADEMY New York	0.1 mi	194	8.2
COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York	0.1 mi	138	5.5
PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York	0.1 mi	473	7.6
PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER New York	0.1 mi	670	8.2
THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	66	6.2
THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.1 mi	232	7.9
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York	0.2 mi	600	8.7
COLUMBIA GRAMMAR & PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	1,138	6.5
DWIGHT SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	742	7.4
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York	0.3 mi	524	7.5
ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	43	7.8
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York	0.3 mi	5	—
THE SMITH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	33	6.6
BEIT RABBAN DAY SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	95	6.9
GAN ALIYA New York	0.3 mi	42	6.4
BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York	0.3 mi	134	9.1
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York	0.4 mi	480	7.3
WEST SIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	18	—
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.4 mi	105	7.5
MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	259	4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,195

Median Home Value

$1,125,200

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

93,223

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

30.7%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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

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IHSAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Syracuse, NY	88	7.7
NORTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Lake Placid, NY	74	7.7
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie, NY	107	7.7
LONG ISLAND SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Huntington Station, NY	140	7.8
HENRIETTA G LEWIS CAMPUS SCHOOL Lockport, NY	85	7.5
THE SCHOOL AT SPRINGBROOK Oneonta, NY	89	7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manhattan Children's Center (the)

What grades does Manhattan Children's Center (the) serve?

Manhattan Children's Center (the) serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Manhattan Children's Center (the)?

Manhattan Children's Center (the) has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Manhattan Children's Center (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Manhattan Children's Center (the) is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Manhattan Children's Center (the) rank in NY?

Manhattan Children's Center (the) ranks #108 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Manhattan Children's Center (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Manhattan Children's Center (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Manhattan Children's Center (the) a private school?

Yes, Manhattan Children's Center (the) 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 Manhattan Children's Center (the) a religious school?

No, Manhattan Children's Center (the) is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 85 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 103
Gender Split: 86% M / 14% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 210 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (212) 749-4604

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