CEC District 4 Manhattan: Schools, Zoning and Parent Council Guide

Find your school zone in Manhattan District 4: check schools, zoning, official resources and a map for your address.

Direct answer

CEC District 4 is the Community Education Council for NYC Community School District 4 in Manhattan. It represents families in local public schools, reviews district education issues, and participates in school zoning and public hearings.

Key facts

• District: 4
• Borough: Manhattan
• Areas served: East Harlem and nearby neighborhoods
• Estimated schools listed: 42
• Official school lookup: NYC School Search

What is CEC District 4?

Community Education Councils are local education policy advisory bodies in New York City. They are made up of volunteer parents and community members and serve as a public channel for school zoning, district priorities and family concerns.

Neighborhoods and areas

CEC District 4 covers parts of Manhattan, including East Harlem and nearby neighborhoods. Always verify a specific address with the official NYC school search tool because individual school zones may not match neighborhood names exactly.

Schools in CEC District 4

Full list of public schools in Manhattan District 4 with addresses, phone numbers, websites and details.

Browse all schools in Manhattan District 4 below, including addresses, phone numbers where available from official NYC DOE data, and website lookup links.

All schools listed are part of NYC Public Schools or official school-location records associated with District 4 in Manhattan.

Map of CEC District 4 schools

This lightweight map is included for geographic context. Use the official NYC School Search tool to confirm the zoned school for a specific address.

School zoning and enrollment

CECs play an important role in zoning discussions, but families should use the official NYC school search tool to confirm the zoned school for a specific address. District-level pages are useful for understanding the local education landscape, while address-level lookup is required for enrollment decisions.

Public meetings and parent involvement

Parents can follow CEC meetings, contact council members, review agendas and attend public sessions to raise questions about district schools, zoning, safety, programs and resources.

FAQ

Does CEC District 4 control the schools?

No. The council does not run schools day to day, but it advises on policy, reviews district needs and participates in zoning and public hearings.

How do I know which school my child is zoned for?

Use the official NYC School Search tool and enter your home address.

Can parents attend CEC meetings?

Yes. CEC meetings are designed for public participation and parent engagement.

Official resources

• NYC Public Schools — Community Education Councils
• NYC School Search Tool
• Official CEC District 4 website

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