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#1783 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 38% in state

New York French-american Charter School

Elementary School · NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL

311 W 120TH ST, New York, NY 10027

Charter

Enrollment

296

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,783 of 4,742

In New York

#165 of 346

public schools

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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New York French-american Charter School

6.9/10

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About New York French-american Charter School

New York French-american Charter School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL. New York French-american Charter School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th. New York French-american Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,783 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for New York French-american Charter School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

New York French-american 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

New York French-american Charter School — Students at New York French-american Charter School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27.3%
ELA
44.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How New York French-american Charter School Compares

See how New York French-american Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NY
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Location

311 W 120TH ST, New York, NY 10027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New York French-american Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN New York 0.1 mi 3.7
PS 76 A PHILLIP RANDOLPH New York 0.2 mi 3.7
PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE New York 0.2 mi 8.1
COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.8
KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.9
PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS New York 0.3 mi 5.1
WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS New York 0.3 mi 5.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.7
TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.8
PS 242 YOUNG DIPLOMATS MAGNET ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.3 mi 3.5
FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.9
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York 0.4 mi 5.9
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York 0.4 mi 8.1
PS 154 HARRIET TUBMAN New York 0.3 mi 5.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 1 New York 0.4 mi 6.4
KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.5
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.5
PS 129 JOHN H FINLEY New York 0.5 mi 5.6
SEED HARLEM New York 0.5 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,220

Median Home Value

$915,000

Median Rent

$1,609/mo

Population

65,068

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

15.7%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New York French-american Charter School

What grades does New York French-american Charter School serve?

New York French-american Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend New York French-american Charter School?

New York French-american Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

How does New York French-american Charter School rank in NY?

New York French-american Charter School ranks #1,783 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is New York French-american Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

New York French-american Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 York French-american Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New York French-american Charter School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is New York French-american Charter School a charter school?

Yes, New York French-american 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 York French-american Charter School a Title I school?

No, New York French-american Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New York French-american Charter School?

90.5% of students at New York French-american 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
296
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
296
Schools in District
1
District Rank
#1 of 1

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