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#3369 of 4,742 schools in NY
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
270 E 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,369 of 4,742
In Bronx
#269 of 452
public schools
In district
#46 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,369 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott 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 22 Jordan L Mott — Students at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 8.0/10.
How Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott Compares
See how Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
270 E 167TH ST, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY: A MOTT HALL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH BRONX INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW PATHWAYS ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott
What grades does Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott serve?
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott?
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott rank in NY?
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott ranks #3,369 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott a charter school?
No, Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott a Title I school?
No, Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott?
95.3% of students at Jhs 22 Jordan L Mott 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
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (718) 681-6850
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #46 of 69
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