Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams's student population of 762 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams 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 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is 0.51, 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
#2693 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
64%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams's ranking?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is ranked #2693 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams often compared to?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williamsis often viewed alongside schools like One World Middle School At Edenwald, Equality Charter School, I.s. 181 Pablo Casals by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?
762 students attend Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams offer ?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams part of?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams located?
Middle School 180 Dr Daniel Hale Williams is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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