Very Good
#972 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
63-55 102ND ST, Rego Park, NY 11374
Enrollment
1,635
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
1,635
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#972 of 4,742
In Rego Park
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#13 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey is a public middle school in Rego Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey serves approximately 1,635 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #972 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey — Students at Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
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 Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey Compares
See how Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
63-55 102ND ST, Rego Park, NY 11374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), with a comparable rating. Another option is VALENCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Corona), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rego Park, see our Rego Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,333
Median Home Value
$484,500
Median Rent
$1,957/mo
Population
46,128
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey
What grades does Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey serve?
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey?
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey has an enrollment of approximately 1,635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey rank in NY?
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey ranks #972 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey a charter school?
No, Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey a Title I school?
No, Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey?
54.3% of students at Jhs 157 Stephen a Halsey 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 – 9th
- Enrollment
- 1,635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (718) 830-4910
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #13 of 50
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