Serving 606 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 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 9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway's student population of 606 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway 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 Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway is 0.36, 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
#3667 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
79%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
2%
40%
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
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway's ranking?
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway is ranked #3667 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway?
606 students attend Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway?
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway offer ?
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway part of?
Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway is part of New York City Geographic District #10 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 80 Mosholu Parkway located?
Junior High School 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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