Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner's student population of 1,007 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 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 0.66, 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
#575 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 167 Robert F Wagner's ranking?
Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner is ranked #575 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
1,007 students attend Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Junior High School 167 Robert F Wagner students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
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 School District.
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