Average
#2725 of 4,742 schools in NY
Community Voices Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
145-00 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,725 of 4,742
In Springfield Gardens
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#23 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Community Voices Middle School
Community Voices Middle School is a public middle school in Springfield Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Community Voices Middle School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Voices Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,725 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Community Voices Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Community Voices Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
53% of students at Community Voices 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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Community Voices Middle School — Students at Community Voices Middle School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Community Voices Middle School Compares
See how Community Voices 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 Community Voices 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, COLLABORATIVE ARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10), which scores slightly higher. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Voices Middle School
What grades does Community Voices Middle School serve?
Community Voices Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Community Voices Middle School?
Community Voices Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Voices Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Voices Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Voices Middle School rank in NY?
Community Voices Middle School ranks #2,725 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Community Voices Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Voices Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Community Voices Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Voices Middle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Community Voices Middle School a charter school?
No, Community Voices Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Voices Middle School a Title I school?
No, Community Voices Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Voices Middle School?
82.9% of students at Community Voices 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
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.0%
- Phone
- (718) 977-6180
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #23 of 46
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