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#3384 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mott Hall Bridges Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
210 CHESTER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,384 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#422 of 570
public schools
In district
#19 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Mott Hall Bridges Academy
Mott Hall Bridges Academy is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Mott Hall Bridges Academy serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mott Hall Bridges Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mott Hall Bridges Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Mott Hall Bridges Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mott Hall Bridges Academy 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Mott Hall Bridges Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mott Hall Bridges Academy — Students at Mott Hall Bridges Academy score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Mott Hall Bridges Academy Compares
See how Mott Hall Bridges Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
210 CHESTER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mott Hall Bridges Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IS 392 (rated 4.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS/IS 323 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 156 WAVERLY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| IS 392 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 150 CHRISTOPHER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY OCEAN HILL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGIATE: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RED JACKET MIDDLE SCHOOL Shortsville, NY | 5.2 |
| SIDNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Sidney, NY | 5.2 |
| COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York, NY | 5.3 |
| IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx, NY | 5.3 |
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn, NY | 5.3 |
| ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mott Hall Bridges Academy
What grades does Mott Hall Bridges Academy serve?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall Bridges Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mott Hall Bridges Academy rank in NY?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy ranks #3,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mott Hall Bridges Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mott Hall Bridges Academy 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 Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mott Hall Bridges Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Mott Hall Bridges Academy a charter school?
No, Mott Hall Bridges Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mott Hall Bridges Academy a Title I school?
No, Mott Hall Bridges Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mott Hall Bridges Academy?
97.5% of students at Mott Hall Bridges Academy 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
- 121
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (718) 345-6912
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #19 of 28
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