Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages's student population of 313 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Motto
Leaders in tolerance, respect, and equity.
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages is 0.12, 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
#2782 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages's ranking?
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages is ranked #2782 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages?
The graduation rate of Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages?
313 students attend Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages?
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages offer ?
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages part of?
Manhattan Academy For Arts And Languages is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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