CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL

CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 493 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 29 teachers, CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL (CPEHS), located in East Harlem, is a small, public high school known for its progressive educational philosophy and focus on personalized learning. As a member of the New York Performance Standards Consortium, the school emphasizes project-based assessment rather than reliance on standardized testing. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills through research papers, oral presentations, and long-term academic projects, which foster a deep, inquiry-based approach to the curriculum.

The school is defined by a tight-knit, supportive community that prioritizes strong relationships between staff and students. By maintaining a smaller student body, CPEHS is able to offer a more intimate environment where students are known individually, promoting both academic growth and social-emotional development. With a commitment to social justice and democratic participation, CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL seeks to prepare its students not only for college success but also to be active, thoughtful, and engaged citizens in their communities.

For more information, contact CENTRAL PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL at (212) 860-5929 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.