MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL

MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 299 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL, located at 6 Edgecombe Avenue in the Hamilton Heights section of Harlem, is a small, selective public high school that emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Rooted in the philosophy of the prestigious Mott Hall schools, the institution is known for fostering a close-knit, supportive environment where academic excellence and social responsibility are prioritized. The school maintains a strong partnership with the City College of New York (CUNY), providing students with unique access to college-level resources, mentorship programs, and academic enrichment opportunities that help prepare them for higher education success.

Beyond its academic focus, MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL is recognized for its commitment to the "Mott Hall spirit," which encourages leadership, civic engagement, and community building among its diverse student body. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, arts programs, and athletics designed to develop the whole student. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused, disciplined culture, the school aims to bridge the gap between secondary education and the demands of university life, consistently striving to ensure that its graduates are well-prepared for competitive collegiate environments.

For more information, contact MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL at (212) 694-6020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.