Serving 958 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch's student population of 958 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Minds And Nurturing Hearts
School Rankings
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch ranks within the top 20% 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 104 Simon Baruch is 0.76, 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
#775 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
6%
15%
White
33%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 104 Simon Baruch's ranking?
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch is ranked #775 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch often compared to?
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruchis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch?
958 students attend Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch?
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch offer ?
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch part of?
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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