Serving 515 students in grades 9-12, Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Motto
Math, Engineering, and Science Academy (MESA) Charter High School will provide a rigorous education that equips each student with the ability to succeed in life and in college.
School Rankings
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School 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 Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is 0.15, 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
#2174 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
92%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is ranked #2174 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
515 students attend Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School offer ?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School part of?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is part of Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School located?
Math Engineering And Science Academy Charter High School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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