Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Mott Hall Bronx High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mott Hall Bronx High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mott Hall Bronx High School's student population of 335 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mott Hall Bronx High 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
25%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 schools are Mott Hall Bronx High School often compared to?
Mott Hall Bronx High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Latin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mott Hall Bronx High School?
The graduation rate of Mott Hall Bronx High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mott Hall Bronx High School?
335 students attend Mott Hall Bronx High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mott Hall Bronx High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mott Hall Bronx High School?
Mott Hall Bronx High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Hall Bronx High School offer ?
Mott Hall Bronx High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mott Hall Bronx High School part of?
Mott Hall Bronx High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 9 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mott Hall Bronx High School located?
Mott Hall Bronx High School is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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