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#2386 of 4,742 schools in NY
New Pathways Academy
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
1000 TELLER AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,386 of 4,742
In Bronx
#157 of 452
public schools
In district
#24 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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New Pathways Academy
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About New Pathways Academy
New Pathways Academy is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. New Pathways Academy serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Pathways Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,386 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New Pathways Academy show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, New Pathways Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at New Pathways Academy 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, New Pathways Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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New Pathways Academy — Students at New Pathways Academy score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How New Pathways Academy Compares
See how New Pathways Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 TELLER AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Pathways Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY: A MOTT HALL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH BRONX INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEW MILLENNIUM BRONX ACADEMY OF THE ARTS (rated 5.8/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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| IS 339 Bronx, NY | 6.2 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford, NY | 6.2 |
| WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw, NY | 6.2 |
| FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| IS 340 Brooklyn, NY | 6.1 |
| MS 247 DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Pathways Academy
What grades does New Pathways Academy serve?
New Pathways Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend New Pathways Academy?
New Pathways Academy has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Pathways Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Pathways Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Pathways Academy rank in NY?
New Pathways Academy ranks #2,386 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New Pathways Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Pathways Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 New Pathways Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Pathways Academy has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is New Pathways Academy a charter school?
No, New Pathways Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Pathways Academy a Title I school?
No, New Pathways Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Pathways Academy?
96.4% of students at New Pathways Academy 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
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (718) 588-8349
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #24 of 69
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