Very Good
#783 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Is 230
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
73-10 34TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Enrollment
1,004
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,004
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#783 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#13 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Is 230
Is 230 is a public middle school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Is 230 serves approximately 1,004 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 230 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #783 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 230 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 230 — Students at Is 230 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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: 8.1/10.
How Is 230 Compares
See how Is 230 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
73-10 34TH AVE, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 230 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEXINGTON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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 230
What grades does Is 230 serve?
Is 230 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 230?
Is 230 has an enrollment of approximately 1,004 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 230?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 230 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 230 rank in NY?
Is 230 ranks #783 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 230's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 230 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 230?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 230 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 230 a charter school?
No, Is 230 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 230 a Title I school?
No, Is 230 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 230?
82.0% of students at Is 230 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
- 1,004
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (718) 335-7648
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #13 of 50
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