Serving 226 students in grades 10-12, Mott Haven Community High School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mott Haven Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mott Haven Community High School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Mott Haven Community High School 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 Mott Haven Community High School is 0.49, 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
#2648 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
33%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
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 Haven Community High School's ranking?
Mott Haven Community High School is ranked #2648 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mott Haven Community High School?
The graduation rate of Mott Haven Community High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mott Haven Community High School?
226 students attend Mott Haven Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mott Haven Community High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mott Haven Community High School?
Mott Haven Community High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Haven Community High School offer ?
Mott Haven Community High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mott Haven Community High School part of?
Mott Haven Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mott Haven Community High School located?
Mott Haven Community High School is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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