MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES

MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 266 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES (MAAL) is a specialized public high school located in the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan. It is part of the New York City Department of Education system and is notably co-located within the campus of the Murry Bergtraum High School for Business Careers. The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a multicultural learning environment, specifically designed to support English Language Learners (ELLs) alongside native speakers to promote academic success through bilingualism and cultural exchange.

Academically, the school focuses on a rigorous curriculum that integrates the arts and foreign language acquisition into the core subjects. By emphasizing small class sizes and a personalized approach to education, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap for students who are new to the country or who are developing their English proficiency. The school culture is intentionally supportive, focusing on social-emotional growth and college readiness, ensuring that students are prepared for both higher education and professional opportunities in a globalized economy.

For more information, contact MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES at (212) 576-0502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.