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#3538 of 4,742 schools in NY
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
2502 LORILLARD PL, Bronx, NY 10458
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,538 of 4,742
In Bronx
#293 of 452
public schools
In district
#55 of 83
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10
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Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45
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About Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10. Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,538 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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.
61% of students at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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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Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 — Students at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 6.8/10.
How Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 Compares
See how Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2502 LORILLARD PL, Bronx, NY 10458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IS 254 (rated 5.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| IS 254 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE) Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 205 FIORELLO LAGUARDIA Bronx | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 32 BELMONT Bronx | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| PS/IS 54 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BRONX STEM AND ARTS ACADEMY (THE) Bronx | 0.5 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,107
Median Home Value
$515,700
Median Rent
$1,548/mo
Population
78,741
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
3.9%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse, NY | 5.0 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| IS 254 Bronx, NY | 5.0 |
| MALONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Malone, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45
What grades does Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 serve?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 rank in NY?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 ranks #3,538 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 a charter school?
No, Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 a Title I school?
No, Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
96.1% of students at Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.9%
- Phone
- (718) 584-1660
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10- District Enrollment
- 43,655
- Schools in District
- 83
- District Rank
- #55 of 83
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