Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Mott Hall Iii 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mott Hall III serves an attendance zone in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 13.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mott Hall Iii's student population of 270 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mott Hall Iii ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mott Hall Iii is 0.52, 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
#2309 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-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 Mott Hall Iii's ranking?
Mott Hall Iii is ranked #2309 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mott Hall Iii?
270 students attend Mott Hall Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mott Hall Iii students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mott Hall Iii?
Mott Hall Iii has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Hall Iii offer ?
Mott Hall Iii offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mott Hall Iii part of?
Mott Hall Iii is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Mott Hall Iii located?
Mott Hall Iii is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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