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#1648 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 35% in state

Hamilton Grange Middle School

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

500 W 138TH ST, New York, NY 10031

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,648 of 4,742

In New York

#159 of 346

public schools

In district

#11 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Hamilton Grange Middle School

7.0/10

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

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About Hamilton Grange Middle School

Hamilton Grange Middle School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Hamilton Grange Middle School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton Grange Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,648 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Hamilton Grange Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hamilton Grange 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Hamilton Grange Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

33% of students at Hamilton Grange 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 Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Hamilton Grange Middle School — Students at Hamilton Grange Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
39.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
62.8% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
22.5%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
38.5%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Hamilton Grange Middle School Compares

See how Hamilton Grange Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in NY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

Location

500 W 138TH ST, New York, NY 10031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hamilton Grange Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS (rated 4.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SEED HARLEM (rated 4.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 192 JACOB H SCHIFF New York 0.0 mi 5.9
PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS New York 0.2 mi 5.0
HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY New York 0.2 mi 8.2
A PHILIP RANDOLPH CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 6.3
NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 5.5
KIPP INFINITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 8.2
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 6 New York 0.3 mi 8.7
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 6.5
URBAN ASSEMBLY ACADEMY FOR FUTURE LEADERS New York 0.4 mi 4.9
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS New York 0.4 mi 9.1
PS 129 JOHN H FINLEY New York 0.4 mi 5.6
SEED HARLEM New York 0.4 mi 4.0
MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 4.3
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM New York 0.4 mi 7.9
WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 5.6
PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL New York 0.5 mi 4.9
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM New York 0.4 mi 6.6
TEACHERS COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 7.8
PS 123 MAHALIA JACKSON New York 0.4 mi 4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5 New York 0.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,067

Median Home Value

$678,000

Median Rent

$1,787/mo

Population

60,305

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

13.7%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hamilton Grange Middle School

What grades does Hamilton Grange Middle School serve?

Hamilton Grange Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hamilton Grange Middle School?

Hamilton Grange Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Grange Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton Grange Middle School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hamilton Grange Middle School rank in NY?

Hamilton Grange Middle School ranks #1,648 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Hamilton Grange Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hamilton Grange Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Hamilton Grange Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton Grange Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Hamilton Grange Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hamilton Grange Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hamilton Grange Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hamilton Grange Middle School?

83.9% of students at Hamilton Grange 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
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

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