Serving 992 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dream Charter School East Harlem ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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 and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dream Charter School East Harlem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dream Charter School East Harlem's student population of 992 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Dream Charter School East Harlem 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 East Harlem is 0.55, 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
#1413 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 East Harlem's ranking?
Dream Charter School East Harlem is ranked #1413 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dream Charter School East Harlem often compared to?
Dream Charter School East Harlemis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 38 Roberto Clemente by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dream Charter School East Harlem?
The graduation rate of Dream Charter School East Harlem is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dream Charter School East Harlem?
992 students attend Dream Charter School East Harlem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dream Charter School East Harlem students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dream Charter School East Harlem?
Dream Charter School East Harlem has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dream Charter School East Harlem offer ?
Dream Charter School East Harlem offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dream Charter School East Harlem part of?
Dream Charter School East Harlem is part of Dream Charter School East Harlem School District.
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