Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science's student population of 364 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science is 0.65, 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
#308 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science's ranking?
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science is ranked #308 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science?
364 students attend Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science?
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science offer ?
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science part of?
Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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