Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dream Charter School Mott Haven's student population of 654 students has grown by 391% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 1250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Dream Charter School Mott Haven ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dream Charter School Mott Haven is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1456 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
57%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Dream Charter School Mott Haven's ranking?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is ranked #1456 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dream Charter School Mott Haven?
654 students attend Dream Charter School Mott Haven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dream Charter School Mott Haven students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dream Charter School Mott Haven?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dream Charter School Mott Haven offer ?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dream Charter School Mott Haven part of?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is part of Dream Charter School Mott Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Dream Charter School Mott Haven located?
Dream Charter School Mott Haven is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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