Enviroment factors
Air quality:
2.19
Average air quality index for the past year
Poor air:
107/365
Total amount of days with bad air quality
Water Quality:
Education details for New york, NY
Education Levels
The median income is an important factor to consider when evaluating the affordability of a city or town.
| Education Level | Count |
|---|---|
| No Schooling | 215601 |
| High School Diploma | 1193069 |
| Less than High School | 1614376 |
| Bachelor's Degree and Higher | 2463674 |
Impact of Education on Community
Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.
Schools Overview
Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available.
| Name | Level | Teachers | Students | Teachers/Students | By race | Male/Female | Grad. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM | Elementary | 26 | 336 | 1/12 |
asian: 3 black: 98 hispanic: 226 white: 6 other: 3 |
156/ 180 | None |
| HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL | Other | 0 | 198 | N/A/N/A |
asian: 0 black: 91 hispanic: 97 white: 1 other: 7 |
108/ 90 | None |
| JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | High | 20 | 331 | 1/16 |
asian: 1 black: 122 hispanic: 193 white: 6 other: 9 |
191/ 140 | None |
| SISULU-WALKER CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM | Elementary | 11 | 142 | 1/12 |
asian: 0 black: 106 hispanic: 21 white: 0 other: 15 |
68/ 74 | None |
| HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL | Other | 79 | 759 | 1/9 |
asian: 2 black: 435 hispanic: 294 white: 9 other: 19 |
364/ 395 | None |
| LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL | High | 37 | 438 | 1/11 |
asian: 117 black: 40 hispanic: 262 white: 10 other: 9 |
252/ 186 | 39 |
| EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | High | 66 | 700 | 1/10 |
asian: 43 black: 106 hispanic: 376 white: 134 other: 41 |
390/ 310 | None |
| PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE | Elementary | 23 | 179 | 1/7 |
asian: 12 black: 50 hispanic: 91 white: 14 other: 12 |
89/ 90 | None |
| PS 20 ANNA SILVER | Elementary | 30 | 313 | 1/10 |
asian: 57 black: 49 hispanic: 175 white: 25 other: 7 |
156/ 157 | None |
| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT | Elementary | 26 | 224 | 1/8 |
asian: 4 black: 95 hispanic: 117 white: 6 other: 2 |
119/ 105 | None |
| STAR ACADEMY PS 63 (THE) | Elementary | 28 | 178 | 1/6 |
asian: 4 black: 30 hispanic: 116 white: 19 other: 9 |
84/ 94 | None |
| PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE | Elementary | 24 | 289 | 1/12 |
asian: 38 black: 23 hispanic: 150 white: 64 other: 14 |
150/ 139 | None |
| PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD | Elementary | 17 | 177 | 1/10 |
asian: 7 black: 54 hispanic: 103 white: 5 other: 8 |
93/ 84 | None |
| PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS | Elementary | 43 | 295 | 1/6 |
asian: 6 black: 62 hispanic: 213 white: 9 other: 5 |
159/ 136 | None |
| PS 142 AMALIA CASTRO | Elementary | 28 | 336 | 1/11 |
asian: 2 black: 59 hispanic: 245 white: 15 other: 15 |
171/ 165 | None |
| CASCADES HIGH SCHOOL | High | 13 | 112 | 1/8 |
asian: 0 black: 53 hispanic: 55 white: 1 other: 3 |
58/ 54 | 40 |
| PS 184 SHUANG WEN | Elementary | 48 | 736 | 1/15 |
asian: 500 black: 18 hispanic: 90 white: 58 other: 70 |
369/ 367 | None |
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL | High | 38 | 487 | 1/12 |
asian: 144 black: 78 hispanic: 225 white: 30 other: 10 |
250/ 237 | 97 |
| PS 64 ROBERT SIMON | Elementary | 18 | 185 | 1/9 |
asian: 4 black: 40 hispanic: 133 white: 7 other: 1 |
97/ 88 | None |
| PS 188 ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) | Elementary | 35 | 336 | 1/9 |
asian: 9 black: 111 hispanic: 190 white: 8 other: 18 |
197/ 139 | None |
| NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL | Other | 97 | 1610 | 1/16 |
asian: 597 black: 87 hispanic: 173 white: 592 other: 161 |
781/ 829 | None |
| ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY | High | 22 | 271 | 1/12 |
asian: 45 black: 55 hispanic: 148 white: 9 other: 14 |
144/ 127 | 93 |
| EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) | Elementary | 46 | 471 | 1/10 |
asian: 36 black: 48 hispanic: 179 white: 163 other: 45 |
235/ 236 | None |
| UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 27 | 160 | 1/5 |
asian: 4 black: 42 hispanic: 95 white: 11 other: 8 |
92/ 68 | None |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) | Elementary | 21 | 268 | 1/12 |
asian: 27 black: 31 hispanic: 86 white: 99 other: 25 |
134/ 134 | None |
| NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL | Elementary | 20 | 232 | 1/11 |
asian: 14 black: 25 hispanic: 85 white: 84 other: 23 |
125/ 107 | None |
| EARTH SCHOOL | Elementary | 20 | 217 | 1/10 |
asian: 10 black: 18 hispanic: 106 white: 60 other: 23 |
116/ 101 | None |
| TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 19 | 323 | 1/16 |
asian: 36 black: 45 hispanic: 166 white: 68 other: 8 |
167/ 156 | None |
| BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE | High | 48 | 564 | 1/11 |
asian: 120 black: 102 hispanic: 120 white: 196 other: 26 |
236/ 328 | 99 |
| SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL LEADERS | Middle | 19 | 151 | 1/7 |
asian: 16 black: 31 hispanic: 93 white: 8 other: 3 |
87/ 64 | None |
Name: AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 26
Students: 336
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 3
black: 98
hispanic: 226
white: 6
other: 3
black: 98
hispanic: 226
white: 6
other: 3
Male/Female:
156/ 180
Grad. Rate: None
Name: HARBOR SCIENCE AND ARTS CHARTER SCHOOL
Level: Other
Teachers: 0
Students: 198
Teachers/Students: N/A/N/A
By race:
asian: 0
black: 91
hispanic: 97
white: 1
other: 7
black: 91
hispanic: 97
white: 1
other: 7
Male/Female:
108/ 90
Grad. Rate: None
Name: JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Level: High
Teachers: 20
Students: 331
Teachers/Students: 1/16
By race:
asian: 1
black: 122
hispanic: 193
white: 6
other: 9
black: 122
hispanic: 193
white: 6
other: 9
Male/Female:
191/ 140
Grad. Rate: None
Name: SISULU-WALKER CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 11
Students: 142
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 0
black: 106
hispanic: 21
white: 0
other: 15
black: 106
hispanic: 21
white: 0
other: 15
Male/Female:
68/ 74
Grad. Rate: None
Name: HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL
Level: Other
Teachers: 79
Students: 759
Teachers/Students: 1/9
By race:
asian: 2
black: 435
hispanic: 294
white: 9
other: 19
black: 435
hispanic: 294
white: 9
other: 19
Male/Female:
364/ 395
Grad. Rate: None
Name: LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL
Level: High
Teachers: 37
Students: 438
Teachers/Students: 1/11
By race:
asian: 117
black: 40
hispanic: 262
white: 10
other: 9
black: 40
hispanic: 262
white: 10
other: 9
Male/Female:
252/ 186
Grad. Rate: 39
Name: EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Level: High
Teachers: 66
Students: 700
Teachers/Students: 1/10
By race:
asian: 43
black: 106
hispanic: 376
white: 134
other: 41
black: 106
hispanic: 376
white: 134
other: 41
Male/Female:
390/ 310
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 23
Students: 179
Teachers/Students: 1/7
By race:
asian: 12
black: 50
hispanic: 91
white: 14
other: 12
black: 50
hispanic: 91
white: 14
other: 12
Male/Female:
89/ 90
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 20 ANNA SILVER
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 30
Students: 313
Teachers/Students: 1/10
By race:
asian: 57
black: 49
hispanic: 175
white: 25
other: 7
black: 49
hispanic: 175
white: 25
other: 7
Male/Female:
156/ 157
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 26
Students: 224
Teachers/Students: 1/8
By race:
asian: 4
black: 95
hispanic: 117
white: 6
other: 2
black: 95
hispanic: 117
white: 6
other: 2
Male/Female:
119/ 105
Grad. Rate: None
Name: STAR ACADEMY PS 63 (THE)
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 28
Students: 178
Teachers/Students: 1/6
By race:
asian: 4
black: 30
hispanic: 116
white: 19
other: 9
black: 30
hispanic: 116
white: 19
other: 9
Male/Female:
84/ 94
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 110 FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 24
Students: 289
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 38
black: 23
hispanic: 150
white: 64
other: 14
black: 23
hispanic: 150
white: 64
other: 14
Male/Female:
150/ 139
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 17
Students: 177
Teachers/Students: 1/10
By race:
asian: 7
black: 54
hispanic: 103
white: 5
other: 8
black: 54
hispanic: 103
white: 5
other: 8
Male/Female:
93/ 84
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 43
Students: 295
Teachers/Students: 1/6
By race:
asian: 6
black: 62
hispanic: 213
white: 9
other: 5
black: 62
hispanic: 213
white: 9
other: 5
Male/Female:
159/ 136
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 142 AMALIA CASTRO
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 28
Students: 336
Teachers/Students: 1/11
By race:
asian: 2
black: 59
hispanic: 245
white: 15
other: 15
black: 59
hispanic: 245
white: 15
other: 15
Male/Female:
171/ 165
Grad. Rate: None
Name: CASCADES HIGH SCHOOL
Level: High
Teachers: 13
Students: 112
Teachers/Students: 1/8
By race:
asian: 0
black: 53
hispanic: 55
white: 1
other: 3
black: 53
hispanic: 55
white: 1
other: 3
Male/Female:
58/ 54
Grad. Rate: 40
Name: PS 184 SHUANG WEN
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 48
Students: 736
Teachers/Students: 1/15
By race:
asian: 500
black: 18
hispanic: 90
white: 58
other: 70
black: 18
hispanic: 90
white: 58
other: 70
Male/Female:
369/ 367
Grad. Rate: None
Name: UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD HIGH SCHOOL
Level: High
Teachers: 38
Students: 487
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 144
black: 78
hispanic: 225
white: 30
other: 10
black: 78
hispanic: 225
white: 30
other: 10
Male/Female:
250/ 237
Grad. Rate: 97
Name: PS 64 ROBERT SIMON
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 18
Students: 185
Teachers/Students: 1/9
By race:
asian: 4
black: 40
hispanic: 133
white: 7
other: 1
black: 40
hispanic: 133
white: 7
other: 1
Male/Female:
97/ 88
Grad. Rate: None
Name: PS 188 ISLAND SCHOOL (THE)
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 35
Students: 336
Teachers/Students: 1/9
By race:
asian: 9
black: 111
hispanic: 190
white: 8
other: 18
black: 111
hispanic: 190
white: 8
other: 18
Male/Female:
197/ 139
Grad. Rate: None
Name: NEW EXPLORATIONS INTO SCIENCETECH AND MATH HIGH SCHOOL
Level: Other
Teachers: 97
Students: 1610
Teachers/Students: 1/16
By race:
asian: 597
black: 87
hispanic: 173
white: 592
other: 161
black: 87
hispanic: 173
white: 592
other: 161
Male/Female:
781/ 829
Grad. Rate: None
Name: ORCHARD COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
Level: High
Teachers: 22
Students: 271
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 45
black: 55
hispanic: 148
white: 9
other: 14
black: 55
hispanic: 148
white: 9
other: 14
Male/Female:
144/ 127
Grad. Rate: 93
Name: EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE)
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 46
Students: 471
Teachers/Students: 1/10
By race:
asian: 36
black: 48
hispanic: 179
white: 163
other: 45
black: 48
hispanic: 179
white: 163
other: 45
Male/Female:
235/ 236
Grad. Rate: None
Name: UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL
Level: Middle
Teachers: 27
Students: 160
Teachers/Students: 1/5
By race:
asian: 4
black: 42
hispanic: 95
white: 11
other: 8
black: 42
hispanic: 95
white: 11
other: 8
Male/Female:
92/ 68
Grad. Rate: None
Name: CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE)
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 21
Students: 268
Teachers/Students: 1/12
By race:
asian: 27
black: 31
hispanic: 86
white: 99
other: 25
black: 31
hispanic: 86
white: 99
other: 25
Male/Female:
134/ 134
Grad. Rate: None
Name: NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 20
Students: 232
Teachers/Students: 1/11
By race:
asian: 14
black: 25
hispanic: 85
white: 84
other: 23
black: 25
hispanic: 85
white: 84
other: 23
Male/Female:
125/ 107
Grad. Rate: None
Name: EARTH SCHOOL
Level: Elementary
Teachers: 20
Students: 217
Teachers/Students: 1/10
By race:
asian: 10
black: 18
hispanic: 106
white: 60
other: 23
black: 18
hispanic: 106
white: 60
other: 23
Male/Female:
116/ 101
Grad. Rate: None
Name: TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Level: Middle
Teachers: 19
Students: 323
Teachers/Students: 1/16
By race:
asian: 36
black: 45
hispanic: 166
white: 68
other: 8
black: 45
hispanic: 166
white: 68
other: 8
Male/Female:
167/ 156
Grad. Rate: None
Name: BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE
Level: High
Teachers: 48
Students: 564
Teachers/Students: 1/11
By race:
asian: 120
black: 102
hispanic: 120
white: 196
other: 26
black: 102
hispanic: 120
white: 196
other: 26
Male/Female:
236/ 328
Grad. Rate: 99
Name: SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL LEADERS
Level: Middle
Teachers: 19
Students: 151
Teachers/Students: 1/7
By race:
asian: 16
black: 31
hispanic: 93
white: 8
other: 3
black: 31
hispanic: 93
white: 8
other: 3
Male/Female:
87/ 64
Grad. Rate: None
In New york, NY, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in New york.
Pros
- Public transport is extensive
- Active arts and music scene
- Strong job market opportunities
- World-class restaurants available
- Cultural diversity is high
- Endless activities and events
- Great for kids and families
- Rich historical landmarks nearby
- Vibrant nightlife options
- Many parks and green spaces
Cons
- Traffic congestion is intense
- High noise levels throughout city
- Crime rates can be concerning
- High cost of living everywhere
- Public schools need improvement
- Diverse yet some racism issues
- Harsh winters with heavy snow
- Limited affordable housing options
- Overcrowded and busy streets
- Political views are polarizing