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MS 324 Patria Mirabal

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

21 JUMEL PL, New York, NY 10032

Enrollment

219

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,283 of 4,742

In New York

#258 of 346

public schools

In district

#29 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6

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MS 324 Patria Mirabal

5.3/10

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

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About MS 324 Patria Mirabal

MS 324 Patria Mirabal is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6. MS 324 Patria Mirabal serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 324 Patria Mirabal has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,283 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for MS 324 Patria Mirabal show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, MS 324 Patria Mirabal sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

47% of students at MS 324 Patria Mirabal 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 Progress5.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.5 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism47%

MS 324 Patria Mirabal — Students at MS 324 Patria Mirabal score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
56.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
81%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
23%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
16%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
3.3%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
23.2%
ELA
35.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How MS 324 Patria Mirabal Compares

See how MS 324 Patria Mirabal performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in NY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

Location

21 JUMEL PL, New York, NY 10032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering MS 324 Patria Mirabal may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP (rated 5.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MS 319 MARIE TERESA New York 0.0 mi 5.2
KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.0 mi 7.2
PS 8 LUIS BELLIARD New York 0.0 mi 4.8
MOTT HALL SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.6
COMMUNITY MATH AND SCIENCE PREP New York 0.2 mi 5.3
GREGORIO LUPERON HIGH SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS New York 0.2 mi 7.4
PS 128 AUDUBON New York 0.2 mi 5.5
CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 5.7
WHIN MUSIC COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 2.9
INCARNATION SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.4
PS 115 ALEXANDER HUMBOLDT New York 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 4 DUKE ELLINGTON New York 0.4 mi 6.5
NUASIN NEXT GENERATION CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 173 New York 0.5 mi 7.4
PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York 0.5 mi 4.4
HIGHBRIDGE GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Bronx 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 126 DR MARJORIE H DUNBAR Bronx 0.4 mi 5.8
COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York 0.5 mi 5.8
SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 7.3
PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE Bronx 0.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,588

Median Home Value

$545,500

Median Rent

$1,546/mo

Population

55,579

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

8.3%

Avg Commute

39.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

38.4

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IS 313 SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Bronx, NY 5.3
JHS 292 MARGARET S DOUGLAS Brooklyn, NY 5.3
NEWARK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY 5.3
IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL Bronx, NY 5.2
JHS 22 JORDAN L MOTT Bronx, NY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MS 324 Patria Mirabal

What grades does MS 324 Patria Mirabal serve?

MS 324 Patria Mirabal serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend MS 324 Patria Mirabal?

MS 324 Patria Mirabal has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 324 Patria Mirabal?

The student-teacher ratio at MS 324 Patria Mirabal is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does MS 324 Patria Mirabal rank in NY?

MS 324 Patria Mirabal ranks #3,283 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is MS 324 Patria Mirabal's MySchoolScout rating?

MS 324 Patria Mirabal has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 324 Patria Mirabal?

Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 324 Patria Mirabal has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is MS 324 Patria Mirabal a charter school?

No, MS 324 Patria Mirabal is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is MS 324 Patria Mirabal a Title I school?

No, MS 324 Patria Mirabal is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 324 Patria Mirabal?

92.2% of students at MS 324 Patria Mirabal 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
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

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