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Mosaic Preparatory Academy

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

141 E 111TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,370 of 4,742

In New York

#329 of 346

public schools

In district

#22 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

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About Mosaic Preparatory Academy

Mosaic Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4. Mosaic Preparatory Academy serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mosaic Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,370 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Mosaic Preparatory Academy show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

3.7

This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
District avg 4.8
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

82% of students at Mosaic Preparatory Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.3Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency13.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency13.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-40.1 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-47.8 pts

Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-22.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile7th

Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1

Chronic Absenteeism82.2%

Mosaic Preparatory Academy — Students at Mosaic Preparatory Academy score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

53.5% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 20.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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

72%

ELA

42%

2010

Math

22%

ELA

27%

2011

Math

47%

ELA

32%

2012

Math

7.5%

ELA

7.5%

2013

Math

12%

ELA

12%

2014

Math

17%

ELA

12%

2015

Math

22%

ELA

17%

2016

Math

17%

ELA

22%

2017

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2018

Math

12%

ELA

27%

2019

Math

12%

ELA

27%

2020*

Math

10%

ELA

10%

2021*

Math

17.5%

ELA

14.8%

2022

Math

13.4%

ELA

13.1%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Mosaic Preparatory Academy Compares

See how Mosaic Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.7/10

8th percentile in NY

Academic

2.4/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

5.3/10

Average

Environment

1.8/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

97%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

21 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

82.2%

Location

141 E 111TH ST, New York, NY 10029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mosaic Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	238	3.5
COOKE SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	288	7.5
JAMES WELDON JOHNSON SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	579	2.8
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX New York	0.2 mi	364	2.8
BILINGUAL BICULTURAL SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.2 mi	315	3.2
TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS New York	0.2 mi	550	8.3
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York	0.2 mi	536	4.9
PS 83 LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA New York	0.3 mi	339	5.0
CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	386	5.8
HERITAGE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.3 mi	256	7.6
CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	489	9.5
CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York	0.3 mi	156	6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York	0.3 mi	400	6.1
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York	0.3 mi	312	4.3
ST PAUL SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	177	6.7
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE) New York	0.3 mi	482	3.2
LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) New York	0.3 mi	290	6.8
PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	384	8.5
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	897	4.7
HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	339	2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,308

Median Home Value

$818,100

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

74,848

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mosaic Preparatory Academy

What grades does Mosaic Preparatory Academy serve?

Mosaic Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mosaic Preparatory Academy?

Mosaic Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mosaic Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mosaic Preparatory Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mosaic Preparatory Academy rank in NY?

Mosaic Preparatory Academy ranks #4,370 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Mosaic Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mosaic Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Mosaic Preparatory Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mosaic Preparatory Academy has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mosaic Preparatory Academy a charter school?

No, Mosaic Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mosaic Preparatory Academy a Title I school?

No, Mosaic Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mosaic Preparatory Academy?

96.6% of students at Mosaic Preparatory Academy 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: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 236
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Free/Reduced Lunch: 96.6%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 82.2%
Phone: (212) 722-3109

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4

District Enrollment: 11,690
Schools in District: 29
District Rank: #22 of 28

Other Schools in This District

CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL 9.5 PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 PS 171 PATRICK HENRY 8.3 TAG YOUNG SCHOLARS 8.3 MANHATTAN CENTER FOR SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS 8.0

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