Serving 358 students in grades 6-8, Bronx Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bronx Park Middle School's student population of 358 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bronx Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronx Park Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3623 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronx Park Middle School's ranking?
Bronx Park Middle School is ranked #3623 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bronx Park Middle School often compared to?
Bronx Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Green Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bronx Park Middle School?
358 students attend Bronx Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bronx Park Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronx Park Middle School?
Bronx Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx Park Middle School offer ?
Bronx Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bronx Park Middle School part of?
Bronx Park Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronx Park Middle School located?
Bronx Park Middle School is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Allerton.
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