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Harlem Village Academy West Upper Elementary Charter School

Grades: 3-5
Noteworthy
132 West 124th Street
Manhattan NY 10027
Phone: 646-812-9800

Our Insights

This is a charter school. It is an independent public school open to all New York City students.

Why might this school be a good fit? It offers another option. Charter schools vary in approach and discipline and some offer longer school days and school years.

To enroll in this school, you must participate in a lottery that is separate from the DOE school enrollment process. A charter school gives priority to children residing in its school district. For more information visit our Charter School page.

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School Stats

Citywide Average Key
This school is Better Near Worse than the citywide average

Is this school safe and well-run?

From the 2020-21 NYC School Survey

How many students say they feel safe in the hallways, bathrooms and locker rooms?
100%
94% Citywide Average
How many students think bullying happens most or all of the time at this school?
26%
28% Citywide Average
How many teachers say the principal is an effective manager?
86%
86% Citywide Average

How do students perform academically?

From the 2020-21 School Quality Guide

How many students graduate with test scores high enough to enroll at CUNY without remedial help?
66%
67% Citywide Average

Who does this school serve?

From the 2021-22 Demographic Snapshot

Enrollment
831
Asian
0%
Black
79%
Hispanic
17%
White
0%
Other
3%
Free or reduced priced lunch
86%
Students with disabilities
17%
English language learners
3%
Pre-K seats
56

From the 2020 School Directories

Uniforms required?
No


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Contact & Location

Location

Harlem (District 5)

Contact

Principal
Jason Epting/Kevin Tallat-Kelpsa

Other Details

Shared campus?
No
This school is in its own building.
Uniforms required?
No
Metal detectors?
No

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