Serving 235 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo 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% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo's student population of 235 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo 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 Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo is 0.59, 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
#3971 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
45%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #27
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo's ranking?
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo is ranked #3971 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo often compared to?
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolois often viewed alongside schools like Village Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo?
235 students attend Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo?
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo offer ?
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo part of?
Middle School 53 Brian Piccolo is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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