Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Harlem Village Academy West Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School's student population of 574 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is 0.36, 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
#504 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
78%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Village Academy West Charter School's ranking?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is ranked #504 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harlem Village Academy West Charter School often compared to?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Infinity Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
The graduation rate of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
574 students attend Harlem Village Academy West Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harlem Village Academy West Charter School offer ?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlem Village Academy West Charter School part of?
Harlem Village Academy West Charter School is part of Harlem Village Academy West Charter School District.
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