Serving 191 students in grades 6-8, Mott Hall Bridges Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1% in NY)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mott Hall Bridges Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mott Hall Bridges Academy's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mott Hall Bridges Academy is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
79%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
191 students attend Mott Hall Bridges Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mott Hall Bridges Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Hall Bridges Academy offer ?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mott Hall Bridges Academy part of?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
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