Storefront Academy Harlem
The Childrens Storefront is an independent, tution-free school in Harlem comitted to providing a comprehensive education to children with varied academic strength from preschool through 8th grade.
Our work is grounded in the conviction that every child deserve the opportunities for an excellent education.
We work in partnership with families and community member to prepare children academically, socially and emotionally for further education, empowering each child to reach his or her potential.
We inspire the imagination, creativity and love of learning inherit in all children.
We promote all value of hard work, mutual respect and service to our society in a structures, joyful enviornment.
We are a caring community of educator, children, families and friends who are focused on each students daily achievement as a step towards a better future.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Storefront Academy Harlem ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Storefront Academy Harlem?
The application deadline for Storefront Academy Harlem is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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