Serving 436 students in grades 6-8, Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45's student population of 436 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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 Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is 0.33, 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
#3568 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45's ranking?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is ranked #3568 out of 4,346 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
436 students attend Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 offer ?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 part of?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is part of New York City Geographic District #10.
In what neighborhood is Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 located?
Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 19 other public schools located in Belmont.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i would love to stop bye an see my old school..i know most of my teacher are gone..still 45 lives in my heart the best years of my life where spent there..mrs minsky,mr turner,mr himburger,mr shimbal the boys dean at that time..i could go on..those were the ones that change me and made me see life for what it is..what i put in to it..
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