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Jhs 131 Albert Einstein

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

885 BOLTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,099 of 4,742

In Bronx

#240 of 452

public schools

In district

#25 of 51

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Jhs 131 Albert Einstein

5.5/10

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

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About Jhs 131 Albert Einstein

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. Jhs 131 Albert Einstein serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 131 Albert Einstein has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 131 Albert Einstein show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

49% of students at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein 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 Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-32.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein — Students at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
65%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
23%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
22.6%
ELA
49.4%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Jhs 131 Albert Einstein Compares

See how Jhs 131 Albert Einstein performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in NY
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

Location

885 BOLTON AVE, Bronx, NY 10473

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 131 Albert Einstein may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP (rated 4.4/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUNDVIEW ACADEMY FOR CULTURE AND SCHOLARSHIP Bronx 0.0 mi 4.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRONX 4 Bronx 0.0 mi 6.0
PS 100 ISAAC CLASON Bronx 0.2 mi 3.4
PS 583 Bronx 0.3 mi 3.0
GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 5.6
MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY Bronx 0.2 mi 6.3
BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 5.3
ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 3.6
BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 8.3
BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.2 mi 6.8
GRAND CONCOURSE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.3
PS 182 Bronx 0.4 mi 4.4
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 5.7
DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.4 mi 5.8
PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx 0.4 mi 7.2
PS 69 JOURNEY PREP SCHOOL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.9
PS 138 SAMUEL RANDALL Bronx 0.4 mi 3.7
WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Bronx 0.6 mi 8.0
ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH Bronx 0.6 mi 6.3
BRONX MATHEMATICS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,609

Median Home Value

$586,800

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

59,778

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

43.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 131 Albert Einstein

What grades does Jhs 131 Albert Einstein serve?

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 131 Albert Einstein?

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 131 Albert Einstein rank in NY?

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein ranks #3,099 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 131 Albert Einstein's MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 131 Albert Einstein has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 131 Albert Einstein?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 131 Albert Einstein has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 131 Albert Einstein a charter school?

No, Jhs 131 Albert Einstein is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 131 Albert Einstein a Title I school?

No, Jhs 131 Albert Einstein is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 131 Albert Einstein?

91.1% of students at Jhs 131 Albert Einstein 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
82 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

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