Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 127 Castle Hill 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill's student population of 788 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 127 Castle Hill is 0.66, 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
#2436 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
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
81%
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 Junior High School 127 Castle Hill's ranking?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill is ranked #2436 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 127 Castle Hill often compared to?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hillis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 194, Middle School 101 Edward R Byrne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 127 Castle Hill?
788 students attend Junior High School 127 Castle Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Junior High School 127 Castle Hill students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 127 Castle Hill?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 127 Castle Hill offer ?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 127 Castle Hill part of?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 127 Castle Hill located?
Junior High School 127 Castle Hill is located in the Parkchester neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Parkchester.
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