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Bronx Park Middle School

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

2441 WALLACE AVE, Bronx, NY 10467

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,193 of 4,742

In Bronx

#135 of 452

public schools

In district

#27 of 62

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bronx Park Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Bronx · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bronx Park Middle School

Bronx Park Middle School is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Bronx Park Middle School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bronx Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,193 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bronx Park Middle School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bronx Park Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

57% of students at Bronx Park Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism57%

Bronx Park Middle School — Students at Bronx Park Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2013
Math
6%
ELA
6%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
14.8%
ELA
34.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Bronx Park Middle School Compares

See how Bronx Park Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.0%

Location

2441 WALLACE AVE, Bronx, NY 10467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bronx Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (rated 6.9/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.0 mi 5.4
PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Bronx 0.0 mi 6.9
ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 5.7
PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS Bronx 0.2 mi 6.0
PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx 0.3 mi 7.8
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx 0.3 mi 7.9
ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx 0.3 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx 0.3 mi 5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 5.6
PS 89 Bronx 0.3 mi 6.1
NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx 0.4 mi 8.5
PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 2.6
YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx 0.6 mi 6.5
ST CATHARINE ACADEMY Bronx 0.5 mi 5.6
PS 105 SENATOR ABRAHAM BERNSTEIN Bronx 0.7 mi 3.8
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx 0.7 mi 6.7
LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC Bronx 0.8 mi 7.1
PS 41 GUN HILL ROAD Bronx 0.9 mi 3.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS Bronx 0.9 mi 5.9
BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,806

Median Home Value

$425,500

Median Rent

$1,505/mo

Population

96,304

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

13.6%

Avg Commute

45 min

Poverty Rate

26.8%

Median Age

36.6

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School Rating
DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY 6.4
JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica, NY 6.4
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI Far Rockaway, NY 6.4
SOUTH LEWIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Turin, NY 6.4
ACADEMY OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx, NY 6.5
FONDA-FULTONVILLE 5-8 SCHOOL Fonda, NY 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bronx Park Middle School

What grades does Bronx Park Middle School serve?

Bronx Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bronx Park Middle School?

Bronx Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bronx Park Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bronx Park Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bronx Park Middle School rank in NY?

Bronx Park Middle School ranks #2,193 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bronx Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bronx Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bronx Park Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bronx Park Middle School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Bronx Park Middle School a charter school?

No, Bronx Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bronx Park Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bronx Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bronx Park Middle School?

86.9% of students at Bronx Park Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
91 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.0%

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