Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72's student population of 329 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2988 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
65%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72's ranking?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is ranked #2988 out of 4,346 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
329 students attend Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 offer ?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 part of?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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