Serving 297 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 297 ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 297 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Middle School 297's student population of 297 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 297 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 297 is 0.62, 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
#1928 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
21%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Middle School 297's ranking?
Middle School 297 is ranked #1928 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 297?
297 students attend Middle School 297.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Middle School 297 students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 297?
Middle School 297 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 297 offer ?
Middle School 297 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 297 part of?
Middle School 297 is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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