Serving 1,020 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne 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 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne's student population of 1,020 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne is 0.53, 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
#679 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
66%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
15%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne's ranking?
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne is ranked #679 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne often compared to?
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorneis often viewed alongside schools like Ms 158 Marie Curie, Jhs 216 George J Ryan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne?
1,020 students attend Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne?
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne offer ?
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne part of?
Jhs 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
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