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Very Good

#755 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 16% in state

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

330 E 21ST ST, New York, NY 10010

Enrollment

958

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#755 of 4,742

In New York

#75 of 346

public schools

In district

#46 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

7.9/10

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

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About Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Jhs 104 Simon Baruch serves approximately 958 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 104 Simon Baruch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #755 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 104 Simon Baruch show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Jhs 104 Simon Baruch 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 Progress9.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch — Students at Jhs 104 Simon Baruch score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
89%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
85.8%
2022
Math
60.2%
ELA
78.5%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Jhs 104 Simon Baruch Compares

See how Jhs 104 Simon Baruch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in NY
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Location

330 E 21ST ST, New York, NY 10010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 104 Simon Baruch may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (rated 8.3/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York 0.0 mi 8.1
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York 0.0 mi 8.3
LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 8.1
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 8.0
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 8.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York 0.2 mi 8.3
INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York 0.2 mi 8.7
PS 226 New York 0.2 mi 4.0
MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 4.8
FRIENDS SEMINARY New York 0.3 mi 6.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.2
SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 6.8
ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York 0.4 mi 7.4
EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.1
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.0
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND DIPLOMACY (THE) New York 0.3 mi 7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT UNION SQUARE New York 0.3 mi 7.7
UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES New York 0.3 mi 6.9
ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING New York 0.3 mi 6.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE New York 0.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,127

Median Home Value

$1,037,900

Median Rent

$3,113/mo

Population

31,905

College Educated

80.5%

Homeownership

27.5%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 104 Simon Baruch

What grades does Jhs 104 Simon Baruch serve?

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch has an enrollment of approximately 958 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 104 Simon Baruch rank in NY?

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch ranks #755 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 104 Simon Baruch's MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 104 Simon Baruch has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 104 Simon Baruch a charter school?

No, Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 104 Simon Baruch a Title I school?

No, Jhs 104 Simon Baruch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 104 Simon Baruch?

40.2% of students at Jhs 104 Simon Baruch 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
958
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

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