Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Mott Hall 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 85% 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: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mott Hall School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mott Hall School's student population of 276 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Mott Hall School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mott Hall School is 0.51, 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
#795 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mott Hall School's ranking?
Mott Hall School is ranked #795 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mott Hall School often compared to?
Mott Hall Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mott Hall School?
276 students attend Mott Hall School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mott Hall School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mott Hall School?
Mott Hall School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Hall School offer ?
Mott Hall School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mott Hall School part of?
Mott Hall School is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
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