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#2298 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
Collaborative Arts Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
145-00 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,298 of 4,742
In Springfield Gardens
#10 of 15
public schools
In district
#20 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Collaborative Arts Middle School
Collaborative Arts Middle School is a public middle school in Springfield Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Collaborative Arts Middle School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Collaborative Arts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,298 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Collaborative Arts Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Collaborative Arts Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
67% of students at Collaborative Arts Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Collaborative Arts Middle School — Students at Collaborative Arts Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Collaborative Arts Middle School Compares
See how Collaborative Arts Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
145-00 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collaborative Arts Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. QUEENS UNITED MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield Gardens, see our Springfield Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,766
Median Home Value
$631,700
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
45,072
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
47.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL East Hampton, NY | 6.3 |
| FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| IS 381 Brooklyn, NY | 6.3 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.3 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
| TOMPKINS SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collaborative Arts Middle School
What grades does Collaborative Arts Middle School serve?
Collaborative Arts Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Collaborative Arts Middle School?
Collaborative Arts Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collaborative Arts Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Collaborative Arts Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collaborative Arts Middle School rank in NY?
Collaborative Arts Middle School ranks #2,298 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Collaborative Arts Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Collaborative Arts Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Collaborative Arts Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collaborative Arts Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Collaborative Arts Middle School a charter school?
No, Collaborative Arts Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collaborative Arts Middle School a Title I school?
No, Collaborative Arts Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collaborative Arts Middle School?
85.2% of students at Collaborative Arts Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.3%
- Phone
- (718) 977-6181
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #20 of 46
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