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.
Manhattan Business Academy
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
351 W 18th St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 2
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
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B+
A-
B+
B+
B-
B+
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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
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GreatSchools Rating Details
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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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
3/25/2024
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.
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.
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.
GreatSchools Reviews
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.
11/30/2010
This School Is Awesome It Has Great Teachers And Staff It Has A Great Student Body too
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About Chelsea
List Price Range
$66K - $869K
Homes For Sale
4
Average Home Value
$2,211,260
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
71%
Household Income
$144,103
% of College Grads
74.3%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,246 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
88.4%
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