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#2503 of 4,742 schools in NY
New Heights Academy Charter School
High School · NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
1818 AMSTERDAM AVE, New York, NY 10031
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,503 of 4,742
In New York
#211 of 346
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About New Heights Academy Charter School
New Heights Academy Charter School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. New Heights Academy Charter School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Heights Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,503 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New Heights Academy Charter School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New Heights Academy Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
New 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.
Score Breakdown
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New Heights Academy Charter School — Students at New Heights Academy Charter School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How New Heights Academy Charter School Compares
See how New Heights Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1818 AMSTERDAM AVE, New York, NY 10031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Heights Academy Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY (rated 3.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood 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 New Heights Academy Charter School
What grades does New Heights Academy Charter School serve?
New Heights Academy Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend New Heights Academy Charter School?
New Heights Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Heights Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Heights Academy Charter School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Heights Academy Charter School rank in NY?
New Heights Academy Charter School ranks #2,503 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New Heights Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Heights Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 New Heights Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Heights Academy Charter School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is New Heights Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, New 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 New Heights Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, New Heights Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Heights Academy Charter School?
87.4% of students at New 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (212) 283-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 712
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,514
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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