Serving 945 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner 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 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner 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
School Overview
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner's student population of 945 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
945 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Live To Learn, Dare To Care
School Rankings
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner 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 167 Robert F Wagner is 0.69, which is less 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
#300 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
50%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 167 Robert F Wagner's ranking?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner is ranked #300 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner often compared to?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagneris often viewed alongside schools like Yorkville East Middle School, East Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner?
945 students attend Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner offer ?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner part of?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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