P.S. M811 - Mickey Mantle School

Test scores are not provided for this school, which is typical for specialized settings serving 100% IEP students. The school's performance context differs fundamentally from general education schools — progress is measured against individual goals rather than grade-level benchmarks. What the data shows is strong operational fundamentals: class sizes match the district average at 23.1 students, and the school operates within District 3's broader academic framework.

This is where P.S. M811 truly stands out. Parent satisfaction hits a perfect 100% — dramatically above the district average of 88%. Every single parent who responded to the survey trusts both teachers and the principal completely. Teachers report 100% instruction quality and 97% feel safe at work. There were zero suspensions last year — not unusual for special education settings where behavioral support is built into the model, but still notable. With 219 family responses and 75 teacher responses, there's meaningful participation in the survey process.

The student body is predominantly Black (44%) and Hispanic (48%), with very low Asian (3%) and White (3%) representation. This differs significantly from the surrounding Upper West Side neighborhood, which is heavily White and affluent. The school's 57% diversity index reflects a predominantly Black and Hispanic student population. With 93.4% economic need index, families here face significant financial challenges despite living in one of the city's wealthiest neighborhoods — a common dynamic in District 3 where housing diversity exists alongside school demographics that don't always mirror neighborhood income levels.

The Upper West Side is a quintessential family neighborhood with a 98th percentile family density score and 94.64 education orientation — meaning families here prioritize schools. Transit access is excellent (91st percentile), making commutes manageable. However, safety scores are concerning (24th percentile) with elevated crime density and collision rates. The neighborhood is wealthy overall ($151,940 median household income), but the school's population clearly comes from different economic circumstances than the typical UWS resident. There are parks, cultural institutions, and family services throughout the area.

The school is located on West End Avenue in the Upper West Side — highly walkable for families who live in the neighborhood. Excellent subway access (multiple lines nearby) serves those commuting from other areas.