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Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
215 W 114TH ST, New York, NY 10026
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,704 of 4,742
In New York
#221 of 346
public schools
In district
#32 of 42
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
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About Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts
Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,704 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
85% of students at Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts 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
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Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts — Students at Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
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: 6.6/10.
How Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts Compares
See how Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts 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
215 W 114TH ST, New York, NY 10026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood 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 Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts
What grades does Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts serve?
Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts?
Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts rank in NY?
Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts ranks #2,704 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts 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 Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts a charter school?
No, Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts a Title I school?
No, Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts?
85.7% of students at Wadleigh Perf and Visual Arts 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.5%
- Phone
- (212) 749-5800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
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District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3- District Enrollment
- 19,335
- Schools in District
- 43
- District Rank
- #32 of 42
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