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Top 43% in state

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem

Elementary School · NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM

691 ST NICHOLAS AVE, New York, NY 10031

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

596

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

596

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,047 of 4,742

In New York

#182 of 346

public schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM. Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,047 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above NY schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem 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.

51% of students at Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem 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 Progress6.9Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data2

Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr

Data Period2014–2022

TrendStable

Academics8.1Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency56.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency57.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected+20.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile71th

Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%

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

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Per-Pupil Spending$38,670

Chronic Absenteeism51.3%

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem — Students at Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014

Math

77%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

56.8%

ELA

57.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem Compares

See how Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.6/10

57th percentile in NY

Academic

8.1/10

Excellent

Growth

6.9/10

Average

Environment

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

95%

Chronic Absenteeism

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

51.3%

Location

691 ST NICHOLAS AVE, New York, NY 10031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5 (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	140	6.5
PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL New York	0.2 mi	389	4.9
WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.2 mi	249	5.6
PS 123 MAHALIA JACKSON New York	0.3 mi	391	4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5 New York	0.3 mi	793	6.9
HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY New York	0.2 mi	579	8.2
HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	574	8.5
PS 194 COUNTEE CULLEN New York	0.3 mi	144	4.2
NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	712	6.1
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	237	6.9
PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY New York	0.4 mi	423	7.6
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM New York	0.5 mi	216	7.9
MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	240	4.3
A PHILIP RANDOLPH CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	1,387	6.3
THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	148	4.6
HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	310	7.0
PS 192 JACOB H SCHIFF New York	0.4 mi	233	5.9
PS 28 WRIGHT BROTHERS New York	0.6 mi	388	4.3
THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY FOR LEARNING & SOCIAL CHANGE New York	0.6 mi	458	4.4
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE New York	0.6 mi	170	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,067

Median Home Value

$678,000

Median Rent

$1,787/mo

Population

60,305

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

13.7%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem

What grades does Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem serve?

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem?

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

How does Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem rank in NY?

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem ranks #2,047 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem's MySchoolScout rating?

Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem a charter school?

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

Is Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem a Title I school?

No, Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem?

95.1% of students at Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem 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: 98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 67 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 596
Free/Reduced Lunch: 95.1%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 51.3%
Phone: (646) 701-7117

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District

NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM

District Enrollment: 596
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $38,670
District Rank: #1 of 1

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