Serving 506 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 118 William W Niles 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 118 William W Niles ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 118 William W Niles's student population of 506 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 118 William W Niles ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 118 William W Niles is 0.61, 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
#2296 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
57%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 118 William W Niles's ranking?
Junior High School 118 William W Niles is ranked #2296 out of 4,377 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 118 William W Niles?
506 students attend Junior High School 118 William W Niles.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Junior High School 118 William W Niles students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 118 William W Niles?
Junior High School 118 William W Niles has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 118 William W Niles offer ?
Junior High School 118 William W Niles offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 118 William W Niles part of?
Junior High School 118 William W Niles is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 118 William W Niles located?
Junior High School 118 William W Niles is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2014
This school is one of the best school that I ever attend. The staff are caring and will push the students. Many of the alumni go on to some of the best high schools and colleges.
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