School Overview
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.
277
Total Students
29.9
Full-Time Teachers
9.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic167
Black91
Asian3
Two or More3
American Indian4
  • Hispanic
    167 (60.3%)
  • Black
    91 (32.9%)
  • White
    9 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.4%)
  • Asian
    3 (1.1%)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
Phone: (212)694-6020
Website: http://www.motthallhigh.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 277
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 263
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 95
Grade 10 98
Grade 11 47
Grade 12 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 995
Grade 1098
Grade 1147
Grade 1237
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12846.2%
Male14953.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)