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Stem Institute of Manhattan

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

240 W 113TH ST, New York, NY 10026

Enrollment

133

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,705 of 4,742

In New York

#222 of 346

public schools

In district

#33 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Stem Institute of Manhattan

5.9/10

Elementary School in New York · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stem Institute of Manhattan

Stem Institute of Manhattan is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. Stem Institute of Manhattan serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stem Institute of Manhattan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,705 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Stem Institute of Manhattan show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 133 students, Stem Institute of Manhattan 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.

Test scores at Stem Institute of Manhattan 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.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Stem Institute of Manhattan sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-44.8 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism51.9%

Stem Institute of Manhattan — Students at Stem Institute of Manhattan score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.3% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.0% (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
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
34.5%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
21.3%
ELA
41.2%
2022
Math
27.6%
ELA
17.5%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Stem Institute of Manhattan Compares

See how Stem Institute of Manhattan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in NY
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

Location

240 W 113TH ST, New York, NY 10026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stem Institute of Manhattan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 (rated 8.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.0 mi 7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York 0.0 mi 8.1
WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS New York 0.1 mi 5.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 5.7
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE New York 0.3 mi 8.9
PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN New York 0.4 mi 3.7
NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.9
HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 2.6
PS 76 A PHILLIP RANDOLPH New York 0.4 mi 3.7
LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) New York 0.4 mi 6.8
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 1 New York 0.4 mi 6.4
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York 0.4 mi 8.5
PS 149 SOJOURNER TRUTH New York 0.4 mi 4.7
PS 242 YOUNG DIPLOMATS MAGNET ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.5 mi 3.5
FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 5.9
PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE New York 0.6 mi 8.1
COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 7.8
PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS New York 0.6 mi 5.1
KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 7.9
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX New York 0.6 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,140

Median Home Value

$1,014,100

Median Rent

$1,546/mo

Population

37,113

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stem Institute of Manhattan

What grades does Stem Institute of Manhattan serve?

Stem Institute of Manhattan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Stem Institute of Manhattan?

Stem Institute of Manhattan has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stem Institute of Manhattan?

The student-teacher ratio at Stem Institute of Manhattan is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stem Institute of Manhattan rank in NY?

Stem Institute of Manhattan ranks #2,705 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Stem Institute of Manhattan's MySchoolScout rating?

Stem Institute of Manhattan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Stem Institute of Manhattan?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stem Institute of Manhattan has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stem Institute of Manhattan a charter school?

No, Stem Institute of Manhattan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stem Institute of Manhattan a Title I school?

No, Stem Institute of Manhattan is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stem Institute of Manhattan?

92.5% of students at Stem Institute of Manhattan 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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100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

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