Below Average
#4026 of 4,742 schools in NY
City Knoll Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
440 W 53RD ST, New York, NY 10019
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,026 of 4,742
In New York
#306 of 346
public schools
In district
#117 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
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About City Knoll Middle School
City Knoll Middle School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. City Knoll Middle School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. City Knoll Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,026 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for City Knoll Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, City Knoll Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at City Knoll 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.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, City Knoll Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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City Knoll Middle School — Students at City Knoll Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How City Knoll Middle School Compares
See how City Knoll Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
440 W 53RD ST, New York, NY 10019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City Knoll Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. URBAN ASSEMBLY GATEWAY SCHOOL FOR TECHNOLOGY (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 452 (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,835
Median Home Value
$1,066,100
Median Rent
$2,619/mo
Population
44,276
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
21.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.6
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| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| HAROLD O LEVY SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.3 |
| MOTT HALL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.2 |
| NEWFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfield, NY | 4.4 |
| SILVER CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Silver Creek, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City Knoll Middle School
What grades does City Knoll Middle School serve?
City Knoll Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend City Knoll Middle School?
City Knoll Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City Knoll Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at City Knoll Middle School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City Knoll Middle School rank in NY?
City Knoll Middle School ranks #4,026 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is City Knoll Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
City Knoll Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 City Knoll Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City Knoll Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is City Knoll Middle School a charter school?
No, City Knoll Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is City Knoll Middle School a Title I school?
No, City Knoll Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City Knoll Middle School?
93.5% of students at City Knoll 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.7%
- Phone
- (212) 492-9062
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #117 of 118
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