Serving 897 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 104 Simon Baruch ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch's student population of 897 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#849 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 104 Simon Baruch's ranking?
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is ranked #849 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 104 Simon Baruch often compared to?
Jhs 104 Simon Baruchis often viewed alongside schools like Ms 255 Salk School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?
897 students attend Jhs 104 Simon Baruch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Jhs 104 Simon Baruch students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 104 Simon Baruch offer ?
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 104 Simon Baruch part of?
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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