Serving 248 students in grades 10-12, Mott Haven Community High School 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mott Haven Community High School serves a large area in the Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 28.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mott Haven Community High School's student population of 248 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
Mott Haven Community High School 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 Haven Community High School is 0.49, 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
#2719 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mott Haven Community High School's ranking?
Mott Haven Community High School is ranked #2719 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mott Haven Community High School?
The graduation rate of Mott Haven Community High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Mott Haven Community High School?
248 students attend Mott Haven Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Mott Haven Community High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mott Haven Community High School?
Mott Haven Community High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Haven Community High School offer ?
Mott Haven Community High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mott Haven Community High School part of?
Mott Haven Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
In what neighborhood is Mott Haven Community High School located?
Mott Haven Community High School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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