Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 144 Michelangelo 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo's student population of 398 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo 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 Junior High School 144 Michelangelo is 0.63, 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
#3022 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
41%
30%
Black
45%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 144 Michelangelo's ranking?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo is ranked #3022 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 144 Michelangelo often compared to?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelois often viewed alongside schools like Pelham Gardens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 144 Michelangelo?
398 students attend Junior High School 144 Michelangelo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Junior High School 144 Michelangelo students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 144 Michelangelo?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 144 Michelangelo offer ?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 144 Michelangelo part of?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo is part of New York City Geographic District #11 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 144 Michelangelo located?
Junior High School 144 Michelangelo is located in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Pelham Gardens.
School Reviews
2 3/16/2012
Unsafe environment. There should be more parental involvement and police presence. It's that bad. The type of bruises these kids come home with from fights and jumpings and weapons. It's sad how the DOE let's these schools run so poorly. Thanks NYC. Tell us how you really feel about some of our kids!
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