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Corona Arts and Sciences Academy

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24

98-11 44TH AVE, Corona, NY 11368

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,393 of 4,742

In Corona

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#35 of 56

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Corona Arts and Sciences Academy

6.2/10

Middle School in Corona · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Corona Arts and Sciences Academy

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy is a public middle school in Corona, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Corona Arts and Sciences Academy serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Corona Arts and Sciences Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,393 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Corona Arts and Sciences Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy 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.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Corona Arts and Sciences Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

34% of students at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.5 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy — Students at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
7.4%
ELA
32.8%
2022
Math
10.3%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Corona Arts and Sciences Academy Compares

See how Corona Arts and Sciences Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

Location

98-11 44TH AVE, Corona, NY 11368

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Corona Arts and Sciences Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corona, see our Corona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 110 Corona 0.1 mi 7.7
PIONEER ACADEMY Corona 0.2 mi 5.4
PS 19 MARINO JEANTET Corona 0.2 mi 4.2
IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI Corona 0.3 mi 5.9
ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corona 0.3 mi 3.4
PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) Corona 0.3 mi 4.2
CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst 0.4 mi 8.0
VOYAGES PREPARATORY Elmhurst 0.4 mi 6.0
PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.4 mi 7.9
ST LEO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona 0.4 mi 5.5
OUR LADY OF SORROWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona 0.6 mi 4.6
PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE Elmhurst 0.6 mi 5.1
NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.6 mi 6.7
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH SCIENCES Elmhurst 0.6 mi 4.4
JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.7 mi 4.3
PS 28 THOMAS EMANUEL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (THE) Corona 0.6 mi 5.0
OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Corona 0.6 mi 6.1
PS 92 HARRY T STEWART SR Corona 0.7 mi 4.8
CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND SEMINARY Elmhurst 0.7 mi 6.2
PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS Jackson Heights 0.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,798

Median Home Value

$751,700

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

107,060

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

22.1%

Avg Commute

44.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Corona Arts and Sciences Academy

What grades does Corona Arts and Sciences Academy serve?

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Corona Arts and Sciences Academy?

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy 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 Corona Arts and Sciences Academy rank in NY?

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy ranks #2,393 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Corona Arts and Sciences Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Corona Arts and Sciences Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Corona Arts and Sciences Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Corona Arts and Sciences Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Corona Arts and Sciences Academy a charter school?

No, Corona Arts and Sciences Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Corona Arts and Sciences Academy a Title I school?

No, Corona Arts and Sciences Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Corona Arts and Sciences Academy?

95.4% of students at Corona Arts and Sciences Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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