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#4099 of 4,742 schools in NY

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

1919 PROSPECT AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Enrollment

291

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

4.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,099 of 4,742

In Bronx

#365 of 452

public schools

In district

#37 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12

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Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts

4.2/10

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

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About Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

54% of students at Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts 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 Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism53.6%

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts — Students at Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts score 15% 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

97.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
21%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
19%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
11%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
8%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
3.9%
ELA
26.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts Compares

See how Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
14th percentile in NY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.6%

Location

1919 PROSPECT AVE, Bronx, NY 10457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESMT-IS 190 (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY III (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
JHS 98 HERMAN RIDDER Bronx 0.2 mi 3.5
EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 6.3
BRONX ENVISION ACADEMY Bronx 0.2 mi 5.9
EAST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx 0.2 mi 5.1
PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx 0.2 mi 4.3
PS 61 FRANCISCO OLLER Bronx 0.2 mi 5.8
ESMT-IS 190 Bronx 0.2 mi 5.5
PS 211 Bronx 0.3 mi 5.2
CHILDREN'S AID COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 4.1
FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.8
ZETA CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONXTREMONT PARK Bronx 0.5 mi 3.9
COLIBRI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 2.0
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND APPLIED LEARNING (THE) Bronx 0.5 mi 5.5
PS 67 MOHEGAN SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 6.0
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY III Bronx 0.5 mi 5.4
MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP Bronx 0.5 mi 5.7
SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 5.9
PS 6 WEST FARMS Bronx 0.4 mi 4.4
VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) Bronx 0.4 mi 5.0
PS/MS 4 CROTONA PARK WEST Bronx 0.5 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,911

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,400/mo

Population

79,375

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

6.2%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

34.1%

Median Age

31.8

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FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY 4.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts

What grades does Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts serve?

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts?

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts rank in NY?

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts ranks #4,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts a charter school?

No, Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts a Title I school?

No, Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts?

97.9% of students at Is 318 Math Science & Technology Through Arts 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.6%

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