Serving 793 students in grades 3-12, Harlem Prep Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlem Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harlem Prep Charter School's student population of 793 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Harlem Prep Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlem Prep Charter School is 0.51, 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
#3256 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
59%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Harlem Prep Charter School's ranking?
Harlem Prep Charter School is ranked #3256 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harlem Prep Charter School often compared to?
Harlem Prep Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Democracy Prep Harlem Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem Prep Charter School?
The graduation rate of Harlem Prep Charter School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harlem Prep Charter School?
793 students attend Harlem Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harlem Prep Charter School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Prep Charter School?
Harlem Prep Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harlem Prep Charter School offer ?
Harlem Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlem Prep Charter School part of?
Harlem Prep Charter School is part of Harlem Prep Charter School District.
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