Excellent

#423 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

MS 255 Salk School of Science

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

320 E 20TH ST, New York, NY 10003

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#423 of 4,742

In New York

#42 of 346

public schools

In district

#29 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About MS 255 Salk School of Science

MS 255 Salk School of Science is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. MS 255 Salk School of Science serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 255 Salk School of Science has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for MS 255 Salk School of Science show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
District avg 7.9
NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.4Excellent40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.07 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics9.2Excellent35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency80.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency90.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg+40.9 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+27.3 pts

Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+24.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile87th

Resources & Environment6.7Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1

Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

MS 255 Salk School of Science — Students at MS 255 Salk School of Science score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 90.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

40.2% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 93.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

95%

ELA

96%

2010

Math

94%

ELA

93%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

93%

2012

Math

80%

ELA

88%

2013

Math

90%

ELA

85%

2014

Math

90%

ELA

91%

2015

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2016

Math

91%

ELA

94%

2017

Math

90%

ELA

94%

2018

Math

92%

ELA

94%

2019

Math

92%

ELA

94%

2020*

Math

92%

ELA

97%

2021*

Math

94.3%

ELA

97.3%

2022

Math

80.5%

ELA

90.1%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How MS 255 Salk School of Science Compares

See how MS 255 Salk School of Science performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

91th percentile in NY

Academic

9.2/10

Excellent

Growth

8.4/10

Excellent

Environment

6.7/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

25%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

25 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

13.8%

Location

320 E 20TH ST, New York, NY 10003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering MS 255 Salk School of Science may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (rated 8.1/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York	0.0 mi	537	8.1
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York	0.0 mi	958	7.9
LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	102	8.1
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	174	8.0
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.2 mi	177	8.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York	0.2 mi	1,667	8.3
INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York	0.2 mi	479	8.7
PS 226 New York	0.2 mi	282	4.0
FRIENDS SEMINARY New York	0.2 mi	791	6.7
MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	629	4.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	112	7.2
SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	727	6.8
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	511	8.0
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND DIPLOMACY (THE) New York	0.3 mi	120	7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT UNION SQUARE New York	0.3 mi	359	7.7
UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES New York	0.3 mi	482	6.9
ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING New York	0.3 mi	416	6.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE New York	0.3 mi	1,006	7.1
ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York	0.4 mi	215	7.4
EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	473	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,750

Median Home Value

$1,137,000

Median Rent

$2,772/mo

Population

53,825

College Educated

82.2%

Homeownership

34.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MS 255 Salk School of Science

What grades does MS 255 Salk School of Science serve?

MS 255 Salk School of Science serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend MS 255 Salk School of Science?

MS 255 Salk School of Science has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 255 Salk School of Science?

The student-teacher ratio at MS 255 Salk School of Science is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does MS 255 Salk School of Science rank in NY?

MS 255 Salk School of Science ranks #423 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is MS 255 Salk School of Science's MySchoolScout rating?

MS 255 Salk School of Science has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 MS 255 Salk School of Science?

Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 255 Salk School of Science has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is MS 255 Salk School of Science a charter school?

No, MS 255 Salk School of Science is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is MS 255 Salk School of Science a Title I school?

No, MS 255 Salk School of Science is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 255 Salk School of Science?

24.7% of students at MS 255 Salk School of Science 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 6th – 8th
Enrollment: 369
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Free/Reduced Lunch: 24.7%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 13.8%
Phone: (212) 614-8785

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

District Enrollment: 55,421
Schools in District: 119
District Rank: #29 of 118

Other Schools in This District

PS 124 YUNG WING 9.2 SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL 9.1 BALLET TECH/NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR DANCE 9.0 PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) 9.0 NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES 8.9

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