Manhattan Business Academy

Manhattan Business Academy

Public High School | Grade 9-12
351 W 18th St,  New York, NY
Chelsea Neighborhood
New York City Geographic District No. 2
3.7
4.5
404 Students
A-
Niche Grade
At the Manhattan Business Academy, students receive a well-rounded academic program with an emphasis on business education. The high school serves children from grades nine through 12, with a current student body size of about 400. In addition to core academics, Manhattan Business Academy has a three-year business sequence track which includes computer applications, entrepreneurship and virtual enterprise which is a live business simulation. Students participate in project-based collaborative learning of 21st-century business skills and practices. Advanced Placement classes are also offered at this academy. While the Manhattan Business Academy may not be abundant in after-school clubs and activities, Chelsea has many interest-based clubs that can be found outside of a particular school. Meanwhile, students experience a thorough and interactive education that prepares them for higher learning and the world of business that awaits them. Students at the Manhattan Business Academy graduate learning skills in professionalism and collaboration for the college world and beyond.

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Ms. Karen Polsonetti
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
12%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
75%
Other AP Enrollment
High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
70%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Test Scores
4
Equity
6
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
220:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.7%
Female
47.3%
Hispanic
61.8%
Black
25.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.7%
White
3.6%
Two or more races
3.1%
Native American
1.3%
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School Rankings

#81 Niche Standout HS in New York
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Stony Brook University 42 Students
Syracuse University 39 Students
New York University 38 Students
CUNY Hunter College 35 Students
CUNY Baruch College 31 Students
Pace University 27 Students
Boston University 26 Students
University at Albany, SUNY 26 Students
Fordham University 25 Students
St. John's University - New York 25 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 59 Students
Psychology 37 Students
Nursing 20 Students
Marketing 16 Students
Entrepreneurship 15 Students
Political Science and Government 12 Students
Biology 11 Students
Accounting 9 Students
Small Business Management 9 Students
Computer Science 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 62 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/25/2024
Manhattan Business Academy was an amazing experience for me since I was able to meet amazing friends while attending this school. Moreover, the teachers were very understanding with me and other students.
5.0 Parent
4/25/2023
All that I can say about Manhattan Business Academy is that I have never had a more pleasant experience with an educational institution.
5.0 Parent
4/25/2023
They are always willing to help out when it comes to my child needs. Always keep me up to date with my child progress.
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GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 2 Reviews
4.0 teacher
11/25/2014
Our school has a really strong business program. Students compete in local and international competitions, visit major corporations, and earn industry certifications.
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5.0 student
11/30/2010
This School Is Awesome It Has Great Teachers And Staff It Has A Great Student Body too
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