MANHATTAN BUSINESS ACADEMY
387 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Manhattan Business Academy (MBA), located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, is a public high school that focuses on integrating rigorous academics with real-world business experience. The school is designed to prepare students for both college and the modern professional landscape by emphasizing financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Through partnerships with local businesses and professional organizations, students have the opportunity to engage in internships, mentorships, and project-based learning that connects their classroom curriculum to the global economy.
Beyond its business-centric coursework, the school maintains a supportive community environment aimed at fostering student growth and critical thinking. The academic program is balanced with a variety of extracurricular activities and elective courses, encouraging students to develop a well-rounded skill set. By prioritizing a "career-ready" mindset alongside traditional educational requirements, Manhattan Business Academy aims to equip its graduates with the practical tools, professional networks, and confidence necessary to navigate success in post-secondary education and their future careers.
Beyond its business-centric coursework, the school maintains a supportive community environment aimed at fostering student growth and critical thinking. The academic program is balanced with a variety of extracurricular activities and elective courses, encouraging students to develop a well-rounded skill set. By prioritizing a "career-ready" mindset alongside traditional educational requirements, Manhattan Business Academy aims to equip its graduates with the practical tools, professional networks, and confidence necessary to navigate success in post-secondary education and their future careers.
387
Total Students
32.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
103.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 239 |
| Black | 99 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Hispanic239 (61.8 %)
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Black99 (25.6 %)
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Asian18 (4.7 %)
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White14 (3.6 %)
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Two or More12 (3.1 %)
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American Indian5 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 |
| Phone: | (212)647-1983 |
| Website: | http://www.manhattanbusinessacademy.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 387 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 394 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
105
Grade 10
102
Grade 11
93
Grade 12
87
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 105 |
| Grade 10 | 102 |
| Grade 11 | 93 |
| Grade 12 | 87 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 183 | 47.3% |
| Male | 204 | 52.7% |
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