Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School is 0.36, 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
#1575 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
10%

Hispanic
78%
30%

Black
19%
16%

White
1%
40%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School's ranking?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School is ranked #1575 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School often compared to?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred E Smith Career And Technical Education High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School?
176 students attend Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School offer ?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School part of?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School located?
Mott Haven Village Preparatory High School is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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