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Middle School 322

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

4600 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10040

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,456 of 4,742

In New York

#272 of 346

public schools

In district

#35 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

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Middle School 322

5.1/10

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

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About Middle School 322

Middle School 322 is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. Middle School 322 serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle School 322 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,456 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Middle School 322 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Middle School 322 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Middle School 322 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

45% of students at Middle School 322 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 Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

Middle School 322 — Students at Middle School 322 score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
70%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
23%
2012
Math
8%
ELA
5%
2013
Math
14%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
12.5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
12.3%
ELA
30.2%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Middle School 322 Compares

See how Middle School 322 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in NY
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

Location

4600 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle School 322 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MUSCOTA (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CITY COLLEGE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS New York 0.0 mi 4.9
PS 152 DYCKMAN VALLEY New York 0.1 mi 3.4
PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.9
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS New York 0.2 mi 6.9
EQUITY PROJECT CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.4 mi 7.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS New York 0.4 mi 5.9
COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York 0.4 mi 6.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS New York 0.4 mi 5.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York 0.4 mi 5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES New York 0.4 mi 6.2
HAROLD O LEVY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 4.3
HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION New York 0.4 mi 5.5
INWOOD EARLY COLLEGE FOR HEALTH AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.4 mi 4.8
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.3
ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 5 ELLEN LURIE New York 0.5 mi 4.1
AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.1
MUSCOTA New York 0.5 mi 8.8
PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK New York 0.6 mi 4.9
PS 189 New York 0.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,022

Median Home Value

$465,700

Median Rent

$1,680/mo

Population

41,581

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

15.4%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx, NY 5.1
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST VOYAGER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.1
CORINTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Corinth, NY 5.1
GREENVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenville, NY 5.1
MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MEDIA LAW AND FINE ARTS (THE) Brooklyn, NY 5.1
MONROE LOWER SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle School 322

What grades does Middle School 322 serve?

Middle School 322 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Middle School 322?

Middle School 322 has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle School 322?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle School 322 is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middle School 322 rank in NY?

Middle School 322 ranks #3,456 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Middle School 322's MySchoolScout rating?

Middle School 322 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Middle School 322?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle School 322 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Middle School 322 a charter school?

No, Middle School 322 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middle School 322 a Title I school?

No, Middle School 322 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle School 322?

95.5% of students at Middle School 322 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

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