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#1749 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 37% in state

Highbridge Green School (the)

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9

200 W 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10452

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,749 of 4,742

In Bronx

#95 of 452

public schools

In district

#17 of 69

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Highbridge Green School (the)

6.9/10

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

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About Highbridge Green School (the)

Highbridge Green School (the) is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Highbridge Green School (the) serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highbridge Green School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,749 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Highbridge Green School (the) show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Highbridge Green School (the) 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, Highbridge Green School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

32% of students at Highbridge Green School (the) 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.
View breakdown
Years of Data8
Annual Change+1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendImproving
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment6.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism32%

Highbridge Green School (the) — Students at Highbridge Green School (the) score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
34%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Highbridge Green School (the) Compares

See how Highbridge Green School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in NY
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

Location

200 W 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highbridge Green School (the) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby New York), a more accessible option. Additionally, COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby New York), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx 0.1 mi 5.8
PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE Bronx 0.2 mi 5.7
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 5.7
NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.3
PS 73 BRONX Bronx 0.4 mi 4.1
PS 114 LUIS LLORENS TORRES SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 4.6
MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York 0.4 mi 5.2
MS 324 PATRIA MIRABAL New York 0.4 mi 5.3
KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.2
BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 8.1
PS/IS 218 RAFAEL HERNANDEZ DUAL LANGUAGE MAGNET SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 5.7
PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York 0.5 mi 4.8
PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 5.0
MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.5 mi 7.6
COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York 0.5 mi 5.3
FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 3.0
ALL HALLOWS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.6 mi 7.2
PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York 0.6 mi 4.4
ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX MOUNT EDEN Bronx 0.6 mi 4.0
AECI II: NYC CHARTER HS Bronx 0.6 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,854

Median Home Value

$263,000

Median Rent

$1,367/mo

Population

76,745

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

3.3%

Avg Commute

44.1 min

Poverty Rate

35.6%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highbridge Green School (the)

What grades does Highbridge Green School (the) serve?

Highbridge Green School (the) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Highbridge Green School (the)?

Highbridge Green School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highbridge Green School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Highbridge Green School (the) 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 Highbridge Green School (the) rank in NY?

Highbridge Green School (the) ranks #1,749 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Highbridge Green School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Highbridge Green School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Highbridge Green School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highbridge Green School (the) has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Highbridge Green School (the) a charter school?

No, Highbridge Green School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Highbridge Green School (the) a Title I school?

No, Highbridge Green School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highbridge Green School (the)?

99.2% of students at Highbridge Green School (the) 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

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