Average
#3539 of 4,742 schools in NY
Is 254
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2452 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10458
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,539 of 4,742
In Bronx
#294 of 452
public schools
In district
#56 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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Is 254
Middle School in Bronx · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Is 254
Is 254 is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Is 254 serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 254 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,539 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 254 show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Is 254 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 254 — Students at Is 254 score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
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: 5.9/10.
How Is 254 Compares
See how Is 254 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2452 WASHINGTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 254 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS C GIORDANO MIDDLE SCHOOL 45 (rated 5.0/10, 0.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| THOMAS C GIORDANO MIDDLE SCHOOL 45 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 59 COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 2.2 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 23 NEW CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 32 BELMONT Bronx | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| PS 209 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,107
Median Home Value
$515,700
Median Rent
$1,548/mo
Population
78,741
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
3.9%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse, NY | 5.0 |
| HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brewster, NY | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| MALONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Malone, NY | 5.0 |
| PERU MIDDLE SCHOOL Peru, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 254
What grades does Is 254 serve?
Is 254 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 254?
Is 254 has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 254?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 254 is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 254 rank in NY?
Is 254 ranks #3,539 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 254's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 254 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 254?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 254 has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 254 a charter school?
No, Is 254 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 254 a Title I school?
No, Is 254 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 254?
97.0% of students at Is 254 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (718) 220-8700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #56 of 83
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