Below Average
#3749 of 4,742 schools in NY
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
681 KELLY ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,749 of 4,742
In Bronx
#319 of 452
public schools
In district
#33 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz
Middle School in Bronx · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,749 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz 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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MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz — Students at MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 5.5/10.
How MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz Compares
See how MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
681 KELLY ST, Bronx, NY 10455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS (rated 5.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 130 ABRAM STEVENS HEWITT Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 62 INOCENSIO CASANOVA Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 161 JUAN PONCE DE LEON SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LONGWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| JILL CHAIFETZ TRANSFER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 17 Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 25 BILINGUAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| LONGWOOD ACADEMY OF DISCOVERY (THE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI II Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES II Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| STOREFRONT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 5 PORT MORRIS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HERO HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,701
Median Home Value
$348,700
Median Rent
$1,130/mo
Population
42,940
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
10.3%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
33%
Median Age
33.9
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| ADIRONDACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Boonville, NY | 4.7 |
| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 4.7 |
| IS 250 ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Flushing, NY | 4.7 |
| MOUNT MARKHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL West Winfield, NY | 4.7 |
| BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz
What grades does MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz serve?
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz rank in NY?
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz ranks #3,749 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz a charter school?
No, MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz a Title I school?
No, MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
96.2% of students at MS 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz 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
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (718) 901-3520
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #33 of 51
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