Community Health Academy Of The Heights

504 W 158th St
New York, NY 10033
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 552 students in grades 6-12, Community Health Academy Of The Heights ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 552 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Community Health Academy Of The Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Community Health Academy Of The Heights's student population of 552 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar

School Rankings

Community Health Academy Of The Heights ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Health Academy Of The Heights is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3015 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
52%
49%
49%
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
81%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.33
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Community Health Academy Of The Heights's ranking?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights is ranked #3015 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Community Health Academy Of The Heights often compared to?
Community Health Academy Of The Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
The graduation rate of Community Health Academy Of The Heights is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
552 students attend Community Health Academy Of The Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Community Health Academy Of The Heights students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Health Academy Of The Heights?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community Health Academy Of The Heights offer ?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Health Academy Of The Heights part of?
Community Health Academy Of The Heights is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 552 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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