Below Average
#4034 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mott Hall Community School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
650 HOLLYWOOD AVE, Bronx, NY 10465
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,034 of 4,742
In Bronx
#358 of 452
public schools
In district
#40 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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About Mott Hall Community School
Mott Hall Community School is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. Mott Hall Community School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mott Hall Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,034 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mott Hall Community School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at Mott Hall Community 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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Mott Hall Community School — Students at Mott Hall Community School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 5.4/10.
How Mott Hall Community School Compares
See how Mott Hall Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 HOLLYWOOD AVE, Bronx, NY 10465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mott Hall Community School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, URBAN INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS (rated 7.0/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URBAN INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS Bronx | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 72 DR WILLIAM DORNEY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 304 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 10 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCES DE CHANTAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MSGR SCANLAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| BRONX ARTS AND SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 1.5 |
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx | 1.3 mi | — |
| PS 71 ROSE E SCALA Bronx | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,255
Median Home Value
$602,000
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
46,457
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
40.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
37.9
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| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| IS 318 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY THROUGH ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.2 |
| SHERBURNE-EARLVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sherburne, NY | 4.2 |
| ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.2 |
| NEWFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfield, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mott Hall Community School
What grades does Mott Hall Community School serve?
Mott Hall Community School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mott Hall Community School?
Mott Hall Community School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall Community School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mott Hall Community School rank in NY?
Mott Hall Community School ranks #4,034 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mott Hall Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mott Hall Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mott Hall Community School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mott Hall Community School a charter school?
No, Mott Hall Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mott Hall Community School a Title I school?
No, Mott Hall Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mott Hall Community School?
83.8% of students at Mott Hall Community 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.4%
- Phone
- (718) 829-3254
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #40 of 51
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