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MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

700 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,479 of 4,742

In Bronx

#168 of 452

public schools

In district

#30 of 62

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11

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MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams

6.1/10

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

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About MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,479 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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 Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism37.7%

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams — Students at MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
74%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
25.5%
ELA
66.5%
2022
Math
16.7%
ELA
54.2%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams Compares

See how MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

Location

700 BAYCHESTER AVE, Bronx, NY 10475

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IS 181 PABLO CASALS (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.1 mi 6.5
BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.1 mi 7.8
PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx 0.1 mi 7.3
IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx 0.1 mi 6.8
PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx 0.2 mi 3.7
MS 596 Bronx 0.2 mi 4.8
PS 176 Bronx 0.2 mi 4.0
GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx 0.3 mi 6.5
CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 7.7
PS 723 Bronx 0.7 mi 3.2
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx 0.7 mi 4.6
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx 0.7 mi 4.0
JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx 0.7 mi 6.7
PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 7.0
BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx 0.7 mi 6.2
BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx 0.7 mi 8.7
PS 160 WALT DISNEY Bronx 0.7 mi 4.9
EQUALITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.7 mi 5.9
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx 0.8 mi 5.0
PS 111 SETON FALLS Bronx 0.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,383

Median Home Value

$31,900

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

42,771

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

44.9%

Avg Commute

50.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

44.1

Similar Schools

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IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood, NY 6.1
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill, NY 6.1
SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern, NY 6.1
TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy, NY 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams

What grades does MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams serve?

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?

The student-teacher ratio at MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams rank in NY?

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams ranks #2,479 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams's MySchoolScout rating?

MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?

Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams a charter school?

No, MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams a Title I school?

No, MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?

82.9% of students at MS 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bronx County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

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