Serving 232 students in grades 6-8, Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School's student population of 232 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4081 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School's ranking?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is ranked #4081 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School often compared to?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mott Hall V, Equality Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School?
232 students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School offer ?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School part of?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School located?
Fannie Lou Hamer Middle School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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