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Mott Hall IV

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23

411 THATFORD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

3.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,319 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#524 of 570

public schools

In district

#26 of 28

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23

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Mott Hall IV

3.8/10

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

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About Mott Hall IV

Mott Hall IV is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Mott Hall IV serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mott Hall IV has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,319 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Mott Hall IV show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 110 students, Mott Hall IV 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.

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Mott Hall IV sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

74% of students at Mott Hall IV 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism73.6%

Mott Hall IV — Students at Mott Hall IV score 30% 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

97.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.3% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 31 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
83%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
12.5%
ELA
41.7%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Mott Hall IV Compares

See how Mott Hall IV performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.6%

Location

411 THATFORD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mott Hall IV may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn 0.0 mi 4.6
PS 184 NEWPORT Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.1
KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.3
BROOKLYN DEMOCRACY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.3
METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.8
PS 165 IDA POSNER Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.8
RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.9
RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.8
TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.0
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.3
PS/IS 323 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.3
MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.2
SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.7
PS 150 CHRISTOPHER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 3.9
PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.2
PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.7
BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.6

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mott Hall IV

What grades does Mott Hall IV serve?

Mott Hall IV serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mott Hall IV?

Mott Hall IV has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall IV?

The student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall IV is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mott Hall IV rank in NY?

Mott Hall IV ranks #4,319 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Mott Hall IV's MySchoolScout rating?

Mott Hall IV has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 IV?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mott Hall IV has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mott Hall IV a charter school?

No, Mott Hall IV is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mott Hall IV a Title I school?

No, Mott Hall IV is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mott Hall IV?

97.3% of students at Mott Hall IV 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.6%

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