Below Average
#3607 of 4,742 schools in NY
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
511 W 182ND ST, New York, NY 10033
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,607 of 4,742
In New York
#283 of 346
public schools
In district
#37 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
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About Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,607 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt — Students at Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt 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
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt Compares
See how Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
511 W 182ND ST, New York, NY 10033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOS PUENTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,585
Median Home Value
$709,100
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
53,611
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
15.4%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX ACADEMY FOR MULTI-MEDIA Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| EAST NEW YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 |
| EMBLAZE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| IS 206 ANN MERSEREAU Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO Far Rockaway, NY | 4.9 |
| REGINALD BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boiceville, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt
What grades does Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt serve?
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt?
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt is 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 143 Eleanor Roosevelt rank in NY?
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt ranks #3,607 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 143 Eleanor Roosevelt?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt a charter school?
No, Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt a Title I school?
No, Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt?
95.0% of students at Jhs 143 Eleanor Roosevelt 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
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (212) 927-7739
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6- District Enrollment
- 17,940
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #37 of 45
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