Serving 481 students in grades 9-12, Central Park East High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Central Park East High School's student population of 481 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Central Park East High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park East High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
22%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park East High School's ranking?
Central Park East High School is ranked #207 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Park East High School?
The graduation rate of Central Park East High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Park East High School?
481 students attend Central Park East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Central Park East High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park East High School?
Central Park East High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Park East High School offer ?
Central Park East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Park East High School part of?
Central Park East High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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