Serving 253 students in grades 6-8, Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science 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 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 96% 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: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ISAAC NEWTON MS FOR MATH AND SCIENCE serves a 1-square-mile area in New York, NY, with a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, reaching a maximum of 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science's student population of 253 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science 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 Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science is 0.44, 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
#2983 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science's ranking?
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science is ranked #2983 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science?
253 students attend Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science?
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science offer ?
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science part of?
Isaac Newton Middle School For Math And Science is part of New York City Geographic District # 4.
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