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#1763 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
50-40 JACOBUS ST, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Enrollment
1,297
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,297
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,763 of 4,742
In Elmhurst
#7 of 16
public schools
In district
#26 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) is a public middle school in Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) serves approximately 1,297 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,763 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate 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
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Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) — Students at Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
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: 7.1/10.
How Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) Compares
See how Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50-40 JACOBUS ST, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FORTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Maspeth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,470
Median Home Value
$683,200
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
99,433
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island, NY | 6.9 |
| IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) Maspeth, NY | 6.9 |
| IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn, NY | 6.9 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx, NY | 6.9 |
| LINDENHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.9 |
| ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)
What grades does Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) serve?
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)?
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) rank in NY?
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) ranks #1,763 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) a charter school?
No, Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) a Title I school?
No, Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School (the)?
88.7% of students at Is 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (718) 205-6788
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #26 of 56
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