Excellent
#438 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
Hunters Point Community Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
1-50 51ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11101
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#438 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#7 of 38
public schools
In district
#4 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Hunters Point Community Middle School
Middle School in Long Island City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hunters Point Community Middle School
Hunters Point Community Middle School is a public middle school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Hunters Point Community Middle School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Hunters Point Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hunters Point Community Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Hunters Point Community Middle School — Students at Hunters Point Community Middle School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 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: 9.6/10.
How Hunters Point Community Middle School Compares
See how Hunters Point Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1-50 51ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hunters Point Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM (rated 8.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIVER SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby New York), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New York), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM Long Island City | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| PS/IS 78 Long Island City | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HUNTERS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Island City | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVER SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| THE FAMILY SCHOOL New York | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY New York | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY New York | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL New York | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL New York | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NY New York | 1.1 mi | — |
| CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL New York | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| QUEEN'S PAIDEIA SCHOOL Long Island City | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE BEEKMAN SCHOOL New York | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 31 SAMUEL F DUPONT Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL New York | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| THE CHURCHILL SCHOOL & CENTER New York | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY New York | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 34 OLIVER H PERRY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,807
Median Home Value
$995,500
Median Rent
$2,740/mo
Population
39,007
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY | 8.3 |
| JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 8.3 |
| LOCUST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY | 8.3 |
| MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York, NY | 8.3 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunters Point Community Middle School
What grades does Hunters Point Community Middle School serve?
Hunters Point Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hunters Point Community Middle School?
Hunters Point Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunters Point Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunters Point Community Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hunters Point Community Middle School rank in NY?
Hunters Point Community Middle School ranks #438 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hunters Point Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunters Point Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Hunters Point Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hunters Point Community Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Hunters Point Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Hunters Point Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hunters Point Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hunters Point Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hunters Point Community Middle School?
72.2% of students at Hunters Point Community 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (718) 609-3300
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #4 of 50
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