Excellent
#591 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Is 237
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
46-21 COLDEN ST, Flushing, NY 11355
Enrollment
1,278
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,278
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#591 of 4,742
In Flushing
#5 of 45
public schools
In district
#6 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Is 237
Middle School in Flushing · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Is 237
Is 237 is a public middle school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. Is 237 serves approximately 1,278 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 237 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 237 show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 237 — Students at Is 237 score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Is 237 Compares
See how Is 237 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
46-21 COLDEN ST, Flushing, NY 11355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 237 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. TOWNSEND HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,700
Median Home Value
$711,500
Median Rent
$1,664/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
40.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
46.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOMMOCKS SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 8.1 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing, NY | 8.1 |
| BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa, NY | 8.2 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore, NY | 8.2 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island, NY | 8.0 |
| JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 237
What grades does Is 237 serve?
Is 237 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 237?
Is 237 has an enrollment of approximately 1,278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 237?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 237 is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 237 rank in NY?
Is 237 ranks #591 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 237's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 237 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 237?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 237 has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 237 a charter school?
No, Is 237 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 237 a Title I school?
No, Is 237 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 237?
82.6% of students at Is 237 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
- 1,278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (718) 353-6464
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #6 of 46
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