Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Harriet Tubman Charter School 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Tubman Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Charter School's student population of 506 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Mascot
Htcs Lions
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman Charter School 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 Harriet Tubman Charter School is 0.52, 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
#1718 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
21%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Htcs Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Tubman Charter School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is ranked #1718 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School?
506 students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Harriet Tubman Charter School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriet Tubman Charter School?
Harriet Tubman Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harriet Tubman Charter School offer ?
Harriet Tubman Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harriet Tubman Charter School part of?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is part of Harriet Tubman Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Tubman Charter School located?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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