Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Park East I ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park East I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Central Park East I's student population of 156 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Central Park East I ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park East I is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1284 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park East I's ranking?
Central Park East I is ranked #1284 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central Park East I often compared to?
Central Park East Iis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park East Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central Park East I?
156 students attend Central Park East I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Central Park East I students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Park East I?
Central Park East I has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Park East I offer ?
Central Park East I offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Park East I part of?
Central Park East I is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
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