Very Good
#1565 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Is 227 Louis Armstrong
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
32-02 JUNCTION BLVD, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Enrollment
1,561
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,561
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,565 of 4,742
In East Elmhurst
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#24 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Is 227 Louis Armstrong
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About Is 227 Louis Armstrong
Is 227 Louis Armstrong is a public middle school in East Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Is 227 Louis Armstrong serves approximately 1,561 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 227 Louis Armstrong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,565 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 227 Louis Armstrong show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 227 Louis Armstrong — Students at Is 227 Louis Armstrong score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 7.5/10.
How Is 227 Louis Armstrong Compares
See how Is 227 Louis Armstrong performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
32-02 JUNCTION BLVD, East Elmhurst, NY 11369
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 227 Louis Armstrong may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Elmhurst, see our East Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,577
Median Home Value
$734,900
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,354
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 227 Louis Armstrong
What grades does Is 227 Louis Armstrong serve?
Is 227 Louis Armstrong serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 227 Louis Armstrong?
Is 227 Louis Armstrong has an enrollment of approximately 1,561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 227 Louis Armstrong?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 227 Louis Armstrong is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 227 Louis Armstrong rank in NY?
Is 227 Louis Armstrong ranks #1,565 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 227 Louis Armstrong's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 227 Louis Armstrong has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 227 Louis Armstrong?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 227 Louis Armstrong has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 227 Louis Armstrong a charter school?
No, Is 227 Louis Armstrong is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 227 Louis Armstrong a Title I school?
No, Is 227 Louis Armstrong is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 227 Louis Armstrong?
68.9% of students at Is 227 Louis Armstrong 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,561
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (718) 335-7500
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #24 of 50
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