Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway's student population of 568 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway is 0.43, 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
#2754 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway's ranking?
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway is ranked #2754 out of 4,093 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway?
568 students attend Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway?
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway offer ?
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway part of?
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway located?
Jhs 80 Mosholu Parkway is located in the Norwood neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Norwood.
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