Serving 181 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 92% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics 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 Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is 0.61, 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
#2052 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's ranking?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is ranked #2052 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
181 students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offer ?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics part of?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
I can honestly this school has changed my life for the better. The teachers are always there for you and the school makes you feel like you are a part of a big family. Also because of the opportunities this school offered, I basically went into high school as a sophomore. I definitely recommend this school.
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