Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 144 Michelangelo 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 144 Michelangelo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jhs 144 Michelangelo's student population of 392 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 144 Michelangelo ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 144 Michelangelo is 0.58, 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
#2829 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
3%
41%
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
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 144 Michelangelo's ranking?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo is ranked #2829 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 144 Michelangelo often compared to?
Jhs 144 Michelangelois often viewed alongside schools like Pelham Gardens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 144 Michelangelo?
392 students attend Jhs 144 Michelangelo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Jhs 144 Michelangelo students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 144 Michelangelo?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 144 Michelangelo offer ?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 144 Michelangelo part of?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jhs 144 Michelangelo located?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo is located in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Pelham Gardens.
School Reviews
2 3/16/2012
Unsafe environment. There should be more parental involvement and police presence. It's that bad. The type of bruises these kids come home with from fights and jumpings and weapons. It's sad how the DOE let's these schools run so poorly. Thanks NYC. Tell us how you really feel about some of our kids!
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