Average
#1937 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
Jhs 144 Michelangelo
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
2545 GUNTHER AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,937 of 4,742
In Bronx
#117 of 452
public schools
In district
#23 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 144 Michelangelo
Jhs 144 Michelangelo is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Jhs 144 Michelangelo serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 144 Michelangelo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,937 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 144 Michelangelo show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Jhs 144 Michelangelo 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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Jhs 144 Michelangelo — Students at Jhs 144 Michelangelo score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 9.1/10.
How Jhs 144 Michelangelo Compares
See how Jhs 144 Michelangelo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2545 GUNTHER AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 144 Michelangelo may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is IS 181 PABLO CASALS (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 97 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 160 WALT DISNEY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| EQUALITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 121 THROOP Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,018
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
69,855
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.9
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| ACCOMPSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 6.7 |
| HOOSICK FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hoosick Falls, NY | 6.7 |
| PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Penn Yan, NY | 6.7 |
| WINDWARD SCHOOL THE - NYC New York, NY | 6.7 |
| ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica, NY | 6.8 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 144 Michelangelo
What grades does Jhs 144 Michelangelo serve?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 144 Michelangelo?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 144 Michelangelo?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 144 Michelangelo is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 144 Michelangelo rank in NY?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo ranks #1,937 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 144 Michelangelo's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 144 Michelangelo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 144 Michelangelo has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 144 Michelangelo a charter school?
No, Jhs 144 Michelangelo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 144 Michelangelo a Title I school?
No, Jhs 144 Michelangelo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 144 Michelangelo?
89.9% of students at Jhs 144 Michelangelo 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
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (718) 794-9749
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #23 of 62
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