Is 93 Ridgewood

IS 93 Ridgewood serves 996 students in grades 6 through 8 in the diverse Ridgewood neighborhood of Queens. With 81 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1, allowing for more individualized attention than many larger middle schools. Academically, the school shows mixed performance with room for growth.

Students demonstrate stronger skills in English Language Arts, with 65% achieving proficiency or above, while mathematics presents a greater challenge with 22% reaching proficient levels. The school ranks in the 47th percentile among New York middle schools, indicating average performance statewide. The school's location in ZIP code 11385 places it within a stable, working-class community where the median household income reaches $85,127 and home values average $834,400.

About one-third of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 11.5%. This economic stability provides a foundation for family engagement in education. IS 93 Ridgewood operates as a regular public middle school within New York City's educational system, focusing on preparing students for high school transition during these crucial developmental years.

The school sits in the heart of Ridgewood, a densely populated urban neighborhood known for its diverse community and residential character.