JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON is a public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 851 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
JHS 54, also known as the Booker T. Washington Middle School, is a highly regarded public middle school located in the Manhattan Valley neighborhood of the Upper West Side in New York City. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-known for its strong academic focus, particularly its specialized programs that cater to a diverse student body. It has earned a reputation for maintaining a rigorous educational environment that emphasizes both intellectual development and social-emotional growth, often serving as a popular choice for families within District 3.
Beyond its core curriculum, JHS 54 is celebrated for its vibrant school culture and extensive extracurricular offerings. The school provides a variety of enrichment opportunities, including arts programs, music, and competitive academic teams, which help foster a well-rounded educational experience. With its historic building located at 103 W 107th St and its long-standing presence in the community, the school remains a focal point for local education, consistently striving to prepare its students for the competitive demands of high school and beyond.
For more information, contact JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON at (212) 678-2861 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10025-3115
(212) 678-2861
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 851 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
- Total Students:
- 851
- Teachers:
- 48.99
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 851 students
- White
- 57.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.8%
- Asian
- 11.0%
- Black or African American
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 7.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.