Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- 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
Jhs 118 William W Niles ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jhs 118 William W Niles's student population of 762 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 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 Jhs 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
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 118 William W Niles's ranking?
Jhs 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 Jhs 118 William W Niles?
762 students attend Jhs 118 William W Niles.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jhs 118 William W Niles students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 118 William W Niles?
Jhs 118 William W Niles has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 118 William W Niles offer ?
Jhs 118 William W Niles offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 118 William W Niles part of?
Jhs 118 William W Niles is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jhs 118 William W Niles located?
Jhs 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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