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#3284 of 4,742 schools in NY
Community Math and Science Prep
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
401 W 164TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,284 of 4,742
In New York
#259 of 346
public schools
In district
#30 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Community Math and Science Prep
Community Math and Science Prep is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Community Math and Science Prep serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Math and Science Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,284 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Community Math and Science Prep show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Community Math and Science Prep 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 Community Math and Science Prep 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Community Math and Science Prep 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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Community Math and Science Prep — Students at Community Math and Science Prep score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Community Math and Science Prep Compares
See how Community Math and Science Prep performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 W 164TH ST, New York, NY 10032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Math and Science Prep may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL (rated 5.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| WHIN MUSIC COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 128 AUDUBON New York | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON New York | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 28 WRIGHT BROTHERS New York | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| INCARNATION SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 173 New York | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 115 ALEXANDER HUMBOLDT New York | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY New York | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,588
Median Home Value
$545,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
55,579
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
8.3%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx, NY | 5.3 |
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn, NY | 5.3 |
| MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.2 |
| RED JACKET MIDDLE SCHOOL Shortsville, NY | 5.2 |
| SIDNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Sidney, NY | 5.2 |
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Math and Science Prep
What grades does Community Math and Science Prep serve?
Community Math and Science Prep serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Community Math and Science Prep?
Community Math and Science Prep has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Math and Science Prep?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Math and Science Prep is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Math and Science Prep rank in NY?
Community Math and Science Prep ranks #3,284 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Community Math and Science Prep's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Math and Science Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Community Math and Science Prep?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Math and Science Prep has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Community Math and Science Prep a charter school?
No, Community Math and Science Prep is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Math and Science Prep a Title I school?
No, Community Math and Science Prep is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Math and Science Prep?
97.7% of students at Community Math and Science Prep 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
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (917) 521-2508
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #30 of 45
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