Middle Schools in New York City Geographic District #10


Summary:

The 13 middle schools located in New York City Geographic District #10 serve grades 6-8, with a few extending to grades 9-10. The district as a whole is ranked 708 out of 874 in New York state and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant academic challenges.

A few schools stand out in the district, including Jonas Bronck Academy, which ranks 437 out of 1,500 middle schools statewide and earns a 4-star rating, and Bronx Dance Academy School, which ranks 510 out of 1,500 and has a 3-star rating. These magnet schools demonstrate that specialized programs and selective admissions can contribute to higher academic achievement. In contrast, many other schools in the district struggle, with wide disparities in proficiency rates across the schools.

The data reveals that the majority of schools have very high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 90% to 100%, indicating a high-need student population. Spending per student varies widely, from $29,892 to $44,474, with no clear correlation between spending and academic performance. This suggests that factors beyond funding, such as school leadership, teacher quality, and curriculum, may play a more significant role in student success. Addressing the root causes of these academic inequities will be crucial for improving educational outcomes across the district.

District Detail

 1 Fordham Plaza-Rm 813
Bronx, NY 10458

 (718) 741-5852

SchoolDigger Rank:
708th of 874 New York districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 40,232

Primary Schools: 40
Middle Schools: 13
High Schools: 29
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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