Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington's student population of 710 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
High Expectations • Academic Excellence • Strong Character • Hard Work
School Rankings
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington is 0.73, which is more 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
#256 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
44%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 54 Booker T Washington's ranking?
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington is ranked #256 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington often compared to?
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall Ii by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington?
710 students attend Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington?
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington offer ?
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington part of?
Junior High School 54 Booker T Washington is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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