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#1932 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 41% in state

Is 10 Horace Greeley

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

45-11 31ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11103

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Long Island City

#24 of 38

public schools

New York middle schools

#216 of 785

In district

#26 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very strong

About Is 10 Horace Greeley

IS 10 Horace Greeley is a middle school in Long Island City, Queens County, New York. Located at 45-11 31st Ave, the school serves students from sixth to eighth grade and has an enrollment of 647 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. The school is staffed by 51 full-time equivalent teachers.

IS 10 Horace Greeley's MySchoolScout rating stands at 5.0 out of 10, placing it in the 41st percentile among New York State schools. Students here have shown proficiency rates of 56% for ELA/Reading and 36% for Math on average across grades. While these scores suggest there's room for academic growth, the school is likely focusing on student development and educational improvement.

Set in a bustling part of Long Island City within a large city setting, IS 10 Horace Greeley is immersed in a vibrant community that offers diverse cultural and recreational opportunities to its students.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics6.0Above Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.8Above Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Is 10 Horace Greeley — Students at Is 10 Horace Greeley score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 35.6%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 56.2%
School
State
57.2%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
58%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Is 10 Horace Greeley Compares

See how Is 10 Horace Greeley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
6.0/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Environment
6.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers

Location

45-11 31ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 10 Horace Greeley may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 85 JUDGE CHARLES VALLONE (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.2 mi 6.8
PS 70 Long Island City 0.2 mi 6.0
PS 151 MARY D CARTER Woodside 0.2 mi 3.6
EL BER ISLAMIC SCHOOL Astoria 0.5 mi
ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside 0.6 mi 4.0
OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Astoria 0.7 mi 5.8
ST DEMETRIOS SCHOOL Astoria 0.7 mi 7.1
LES ENFANTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Astoria 0.8 mi
ACADEMY FOR NEW AMERICANS Astoria 0.8 mi 6.2
PS 234 Astoria 0.8 mi 6.4
FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.7 mi 7.7
WOODSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing 0.9 mi 6.8
PS 84 STEINWAY Astoria 0.9 mi 6.6
PS 17 HENRY DAVID THOREAU Long Island City 0.8 mi 6.3
30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) Astoria 0.8 mi 6.4
PS 85 JUDGE CHARLES VALLONE Long Island City 0.9 mi 8.1
PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL Woodside 0.8 mi 6.0
PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN Long Island City 0.7 mi 7.6
PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN Woodside 1.0 mi 8.1
ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodside 1.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,787

Median Home Value

$1,003,500

Median Rent

$2,120/mo

Population

35,357

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

16.5%

Avg Commute

41.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

36.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Is 10 Horace Greeley has a median household income of $92,787. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,003,500, with a median rent of $2,120/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHARLES H ROTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Henrietta, NY 6.8
EASTCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester, NY 6.8
HUNTERS POINT COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Island City, NY 6.8
IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn, NY 6.8
JHS 80 MOSHOLU PARKWAY (THE) Bronx, NY 6.8
LOCUST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 10 Horace Greeley

What grades does Is 10 Horace Greeley serve?

Is 10 Horace Greeley serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 10 Horace Greeley?

Is 10 Horace Greeley has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 10 Horace Greeley?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 10 Horace Greeley is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 10 Horace Greeley rank in NY?

Is 10 Horace Greeley is ranked #1932 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Is 10 Horace Greeley's MySchoolScout rating?

Is 10 Horace Greeley has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Is 10 Horace Greeley?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Is 10 Horace Greeley has 35.6% math proficiency and 56.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Is 10 Horace Greeley a charter school?

No, Is 10 Horace Greeley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 10 Horace Greeley a Title I school?

No, Is 10 Horace Greeley is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 10 Horace Greeley?

86.6% of students at Is 10 Horace Greeley 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
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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