Harlem Village Academy East Charter School

Harlem Village Academy Leadership Charter School, a charter school serving grades 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8, is known for its strong academic performance. Students consistently achieve very high proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math, significantly surpassing citywide averages. The school emphasizes a "deeper learning" philosophy, fostering critical thinking, independence, and a love for learning through a curriculum with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and project-based learning. It is housed within the old I.S. 45 building. Parent feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with survey results indicating high satisfaction with the school environment and staff. The school aims to cultivate intellectually sophisticated and compassionate individuals, with a college preparatory focus that begins in the middle grades. While the school serves a high-needs population, its suspension rate is a notable concern, registering well above the citywide average. The school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, with an emphasis on social-emotional learning and character development.