Serving 433 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan/hunter Science High School ranks in the top 10% 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 ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan/hunter Science High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Manhattan/hunter Science High School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan/hunter Science High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan/hunter Science High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#323 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
21%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan/hunter Science High School's ranking?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School is ranked #323 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan/hunter Science High School?
The graduation rate of Manhattan/hunter Science High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Manhattan/hunter Science High School?
433 students attend Manhattan/hunter Science High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Manhattan/hunter Science High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan/hunter Science High School?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manhattan/hunter Science High School offer ?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan/hunter Science High School part of?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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