Very Good
#1659 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Irwin Altman Middle School 172
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
81-14 257TH ST, Floral Park, NY 11004
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,659 of 4,742
In Floral Park
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#24 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Irwin Altman Middle School 172
Middle School in Floral Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Irwin Altman Middle School 172
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is a public middle school in Floral Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Irwin Altman Middle School 172 serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,659 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Irwin Altman Middle School 172 show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Irwin Altman Middle School 172 — Students at Irwin Altman Middle School 172 score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.8/10.
How Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Compares
See how Irwin Altman Middle School 172 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
81-14 257TH ST, Floral Park, NY 11004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Irwin Altman Middle School 172 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Bellerose), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Floral Park, see our Floral Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Floral Park | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 191 MAYFLOWER Floral Park | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 993 Floral Park | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 133 Bellerose | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 224 Bellerose | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose | 0.7 mi | — |
| PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| PS/IS 208 Bellerose | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PS/IS 266 Bellerose | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PS Q811 Little Neck | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,865
Median Home Value
$661,900
Median Rent
$1,967/mo
Population
14,296
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
39.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
48.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 7.0 |
| BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.0 |
| BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield, NY | 7.0 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 7.0 |
| IS 2 GEORGE L EGBERT Staten Island, NY | 7.0 |
| MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irwin Altman Middle School 172
What grades does Irwin Altman Middle School 172 serve?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
The student-teacher ratio at Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Irwin Altman Middle School 172 rank in NY?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks #1,659 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Irwin Altman Middle School 172's MySchoolScout rating?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 a charter school?
No, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 a Title I school?
No, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
61.3% of students at Irwin Altman Middle School 172 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 827
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (718) 831-4000
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #24 of 34
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