Average
#2601 of 4,742 schools in NY
Is 232
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1700 MACOMBS RD, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,601 of 4,742
In Bronx
#180 of 452
public schools
In district
#29 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Is 232
Middle School in Bronx · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Is 232
Is 232 is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Is 232 serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 232 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,601 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 232 show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Is 232 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Is 232 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 232 — Students at Is 232 score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 7.1/10.
How Is 232 Compares
See how Is 232 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 MACOMBS RD, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 232 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 390 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON (rated 5.7/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 109 SEDGWICK Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 170 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| IS 229 ROLAND PATTERSON Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 226 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPREHENSIVE MODEL SCHOOL PROJECT MS 327 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT EDEN CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 199 SHAKESPEARE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX MOUNT EDEN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer, NY | 6.0 |
| J M MCKENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton, NY | 6.0 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing, NY | 6.0 |
| MOTT HALL CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.0 |
| MS 582 Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| NORWICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Norwich, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 232
What grades does Is 232 serve?
Is 232 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 232?
Is 232 has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 232?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 232 is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 232 rank in NY?
Is 232 ranks #2,601 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 232's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 232 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Is 232?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 232 has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 232 a charter school?
No, Is 232 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 232 a Title I school?
No, Is 232 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 232?
98.3% of students at Is 232 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
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (718) 583-7007
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #29 of 69
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