Average
#2904 of 4,742 schools in NY
Is 229 Roland Patterson
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
275 HARLEM RIVER PARK BRIDGE, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,904 of 4,742
In Bronx
#216 of 452
public schools
In district
#39 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Is 229 Roland Patterson
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About Is 229 Roland Patterson
Is 229 Roland Patterson is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Is 229 Roland Patterson serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 229 Roland Patterson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,904 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 229 Roland Patterson show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Is 229 Roland Patterson 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.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Is 229 Roland Patterson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at Is 229 Roland Patterson 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
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Is 229 Roland Patterson — Students at Is 229 Roland Patterson score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.4/10.
How Is 229 Roland Patterson Compares
See how Is 229 Roland Patterson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
275 HARLEM RIVER PARK BRIDGE, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 229 Roland Patterson may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 390 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IS 232 (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK (THE) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 189 New York | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX ALLIANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| CATTARAUGUS-LITTLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cattaraugus, NY | 5.7 |
| LINDEN SDA SCHOOL Laurelton, NY | 5.7 |
| MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| ST ANGELA MERICI SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 229 Roland Patterson
What grades does Is 229 Roland Patterson serve?
Is 229 Roland Patterson serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 229 Roland Patterson?
Is 229 Roland Patterson has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 229 Roland Patterson?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 229 Roland Patterson is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 229 Roland Patterson rank in NY?
Is 229 Roland Patterson ranks #2,904 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 229 Roland Patterson's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 229 Roland Patterson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Is 229 Roland Patterson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 229 Roland Patterson has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 229 Roland Patterson a charter school?
No, Is 229 Roland Patterson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 229 Roland Patterson a Title I school?
No, Is 229 Roland Patterson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 229 Roland Patterson?
96.1% of students at Is 229 Roland Patterson 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
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (718) 583-6266
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #39 of 69
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