Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan/hunter Science High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Manhattan/hunter Science High School's student population of 439 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
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan/hunter Science High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan/hunter Science High School is 0.73, 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
#445 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan/hunter Science High School's ranking?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School is ranked #445 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 87%.
How many students attend Manhattan/hunter Science High School?
439 students attend Manhattan/hunter Science High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Manhattan/hunter Science High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan/hunter Science High School?
Manhattan/hunter Science High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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