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#304 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

103 W 107TH ST, New York, NY 10025

Enrollment

710

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#304 of 4,742

In New York

#33 of 346

public schools

In district

#2 of 42

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jhs 54 Booker T Washington

8.5/10

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

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About Jhs 54 Booker T Washington

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3. Jhs 54 Booker T Washington serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 54 Booker T Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 54 Booker T Washington show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 6.1

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+0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+34 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington — Students at Jhs 54 Booker T Washington score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 85.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 86.5% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2021*
Math
84.8%
ELA
94.3%
2022
Math
73.6%
ELA
83.7%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Jhs 54 Booker T Washington Compares

See how Jhs 54 Booker T Washington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

103 W 107TH ST, New York, NY 10025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 54 Booker T Washington may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is WEST PREP ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOTT HALL II (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE New York 0.2 mi 8.9
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 5.4
WEST PREP ACADEMY New York 0.2 mi 6.6
PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON New York 0.2 mi 7.7
MOTT HALL II New York 0.2 mi 5.4
THE SCHOOL AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY New York 0.3 mi 8.7
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York 0.4 mi 7.5
BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York 0.4 mi 7.9
BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York 0.5 mi 9.1
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York 0.4 mi 5.9
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York 0.4 mi 8.1
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York 0.5 mi
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York 0.5 mi 7.5
WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS New York 0.5 mi 5.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 5.7
ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 7.8
THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 6.2
PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN New York 0.6 mi 3.7
KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,195

Median Home Value

$1,125,200

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

93,223

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

30.7%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 54 Booker T Washington

What grades does Jhs 54 Booker T Washington serve?

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 54 Booker T Washington?

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 54 Booker T Washington?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 54 Booker T Washington is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 54 Booker T Washington rank in NY?

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington ranks #304 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 54 Booker T Washington's MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 54 Booker T Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 54 Booker T Washington?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 54 Booker T Washington has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 54 Booker T Washington a charter school?

No, Jhs 54 Booker T Washington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 54 Booker T Washington a Title I school?

No, Jhs 54 Booker T Washington is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 54 Booker T Washington?

26.8% of students at Jhs 54 Booker T Washington 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
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

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