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Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
135 LOCUST HILL AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,523 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#29 of 41
public schools
In district
#30 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School
Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,523 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School 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.
62% of students at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School 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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Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School — Students at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 7.4/10.
How Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School Compares
See how Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 LOCUST HILL AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | — |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | — |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,310
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
70,054
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.8
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| ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City, NY | 5.1 |
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 5.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica, NY | 5.1 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls, NY | 5.1 |
| CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School
What grades does Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School serve?
Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School?
Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School rank in NY?
Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School ranks #3,523 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School 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 Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School a charter school?
No, Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School?
79.9% of students at Mlk JR High Tech & Computer Magnet School 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8470
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #30 of 40
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