Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Fannie Lou Hamer 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School serves an attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with most residing about a mile from its edges and the furthest point being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School's student population of 228 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3963 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School's ranking?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is ranked #3963 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School often compared to?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall V, Equality Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School?
228 students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School offer ?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School part of?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #12.
In what neighborhood is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School located?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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