Serving 251 students in grades 5-8, Middle School 243 Center School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 243 Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School 243 Center School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle School 243 Center School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 243 Center School is 0.62, 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
#231 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
58%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Middle School 243 Center School's ranking?
Middle School 243 Center School is ranked #231 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 243 Center School often compared to?
Middle School 243 Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 245 Computer School, Anderson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 243 Center School?
251 students attend Middle School 243 Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Middle School 243 Center School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 243 Center School?
Middle School 243 Center School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 243 Center School offer ?
Middle School 243 Center School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 243 Center School part of?
Middle School 243 Center School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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