Average
#2126 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
33-34 80TH ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,126 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#31 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer
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About Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer is a public middle school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer serves approximately 1,525 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,126 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer — Students at Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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 Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer Compares
See how Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33-34 80TH ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 230 (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby East Elmhurst), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,133
Median Home Value
$454,400
Median Rent
$1,795/mo
Population
66,995
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer
What grades does Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer serve?
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer has an enrollment of approximately 1,525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer rank in NY?
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer ranks #2,126 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer a charter school?
No, Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer a Title I school?
No, Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
91.5% of students at Is 145 Joseph Pulitzer 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
- 1,525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (718) 457-1242
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #31 of 50
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