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#3757 of 4,742 schools in NY

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

158-40 76TH RD, Flushing, NY 11366

Enrollment

268

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,757 of 4,742

In Flushing

#44 of 45

public schools

In district

#45 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

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Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)

4.7/10

Middle School in Flushing · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Robert F Kennedy Community High School

7.5/10

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About Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) is a public middle school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,757 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-24.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism48.1%

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) — Students at Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
36.1%
2022
Math
14.9%
ELA
40.1%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) Compares

See how Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.1%

Location

158-40 76TH RD, Flushing, NY 11366

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.0 mi 7.5
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF QUEENS Flushing 0.1 mi 6.8
QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE) Flushing 0.1 mi 5.4
PS 255 Flushing 0.1 mi 6.2
YESHIVA KETANA OF QUEENS Flushing 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 154 Flushing 0.2 mi 6.7
AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL Fresh Meadows 0.3 mi 6.1
MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing 0.4 mi 6.0
ST NICHOLAS-TOLENTINE Jamaica 0.5 mi 6.3
ST NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE SCHOOL Jamaica 0.5 mi 5.8
PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM Flushing 0.5 mi 7.8
PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI Flushing 0.5 mi 7.4
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL Jamaica 0.5 mi 7.5
SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.5 mi 4.9
YESHIVA OF CENTRAL QUEENS Flushing 0.5 mi 6.5
NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.5 mi 6.1
PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I Flushing 0.5 mi 8.1
PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE) Flushing 0.8 mi 6.5
MIDRASH L'MAN ACHAI Flushing 0.6 mi 6.2
MESIVTA YESODEI YESHURUN Flushing 0.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,402

Median Home Value

$950,200

Median Rent

$2,101/mo

Population

12,967

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

46.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)

What grades does Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) serve?

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)?

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) rank in NY?

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) ranks #3,757 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) a charter school?

No, Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) a Title I school?

No, Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the)?

81.7% of students at Is 250 Robert F Kennedy Community Middle School (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.1%

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