Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams's student population of 774 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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 Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is 0.49, 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
#2774 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams's ranking?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is ranked #2774 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams often compared to?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williamsis often viewed alongside schools like One World Middle School At Edenwald, I.S. 181 Pablo Casals, Equality Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?
774 students attend Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams offer ?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams part of?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams located?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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