Below Average
#3617 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mott Hall V
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
1551 E 172ND ST, Bronx, NY 10472
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,617 of 4,742
In Bronx
#305 of 452
public schools
In district
#28 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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Mott Hall V
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About Mott Hall V
Mott Hall V is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Mott Hall V serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mott Hall V has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mott Hall V show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mott Hall V 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.
59% of students at Mott Hall V 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 V — Students at Mott Hall V score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.2/10.
How Mott Hall V Compares
See how Mott Hall V performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1551 E 172ND ST, Bronx, NY 10472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mott Hall V may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 195 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 196 Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF WORLD CULTURES Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT MONROE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| METROPOLITAN SOUNDVIEW HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE Bronx | 0.1 mi | — |
| SAMARA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 214 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EMOLIOR ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 123 JAMES M KIERNAN Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| FANNIE LOU HAMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 152 EVERGREEN Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| WINGS ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| VIDA BOGART SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN (THE) Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 811 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,125
Median Home Value
$632,500
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
63,820
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
15.7%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CARDINAL HAYES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CITY COLLEGE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS New York, NY | 4.9 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park, NY | 4.9 |
| ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mott Hall V
What grades does Mott Hall V serve?
Mott Hall V serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Mott Hall V?
Mott Hall V has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall V?
The student-teacher ratio at Mott Hall V is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mott Hall V rank in NY?
Mott Hall V ranks #3,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mott Hall V's MySchoolScout rating?
Mott Hall V has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 V?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mott Hall V has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mott Hall V a charter school?
No, Mott Hall V is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mott Hall V a Title I school?
No, Mott Hall V is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mott Hall V?
93.3% of students at Mott Hall V 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (718) 620-8160
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #28 of 46
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