Harlem Village Academy West 2 Charter School

Harlem Village Academy West 2 Charter School is the sole elementary school in this analysis, serving grades K-5 and located in New York City. This standout school has demonstrated exceptional academic performance, consistently ranking among the top 3.3% of elementary schools in New York state. Despite serving a student population with a high rate of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, the school has achieved remarkable outcomes, outperforming state averages across key metrics.

Harlem Village Academy West 2 Charter School is ranked 81 out of 2,445 elementary schools in the state and has maintained a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past two years. Its students have significantly outperformed state averages in English Language Arts and Math, with proficiency rates ranging from 83% to 97% across grade levels, far exceeding the state's 43% to 58% averages. While the school's 5th-grade science proficiency rate of 50% is lower than its exceptional ELA and Math scores, it still outperforms the state average of 35%.

The school's success is particularly noteworthy given its student population, with 87.88% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests the school is effectively addressing the needs of its disadvantaged community and providing the necessary resources and support for its students to thrive academically. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 14.7 may also contribute to its academic achievements. Harlem Village Academy West 2 Charter School serves as a potential model for other schools, particularly those in similar contexts, and highlights the importance of adequate funding and resources to support student success.