Very Good
#1653 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Pelham Gardens Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
2545 GUNTHER AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,653 of 4,742
In Bronx
#89 of 452
public schools
In district
#16 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Pelham Gardens Middle School
Pelham Gardens Middle School is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Pelham Gardens Middle School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pelham Gardens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,653 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Pelham Gardens Middle School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Pelham Gardens Middle School 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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Pelham Gardens Middle School — Students at Pelham Gardens Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Pelham Gardens Middle School Compares
See how Pelham Gardens Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2545 GUNTHER AVE, Bronx, NY 10469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pelham Gardens Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 181 PABLO CASALS (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JHS 144 MICHELANGELO (rated 6.7/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MS 180 DR DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 97 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 176 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 596 Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 160 WALT DISNEY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| EQUALITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 121 THROOP Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,018
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
69,855
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.9
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| BROOKLYN GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 7.0 |
| EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 7.0 |
| FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.0 |
| HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.0 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pelham Gardens Middle School
What grades does Pelham Gardens Middle School serve?
Pelham Gardens Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Pelham Gardens Middle School?
Pelham Gardens Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pelham Gardens Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pelham Gardens Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pelham Gardens Middle School rank in NY?
Pelham Gardens Middle School ranks #1,653 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Pelham Gardens Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pelham Gardens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Pelham Gardens Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pelham Gardens Middle School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Pelham Gardens Middle School a charter school?
No, Pelham Gardens Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pelham Gardens Middle School a Title I school?
No, Pelham Gardens Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pelham Gardens Middle School?
84.3% of students at Pelham Gardens Middle School 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
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (718) 794-9750
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #16 of 62
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