Serving 1,023 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JHS 104 Simon Baruch serves an attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 4.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.9 miles and the furthest edge located 3.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch's student population of 1,023 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,023 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#775 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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?
1,023 students attend Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Junior High School 104 Simon Baruch students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% 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 16:1, 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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