Serving 312 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz 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 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz's student population of 312 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz 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 Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is 0.32, 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
#3950 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
17%
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
95%
54%
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 Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz's ranking?
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is ranked #3950 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
312 students attend Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz?
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz offer ?
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz part of?
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz located?
Middle School 302 Luisa Dessus Cruz is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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