Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker

JHS 185 Edward Bleeker serves 1,469 students in grades 6 through 8 in Flushing, Queens, making it a sizable middle school with a student-teacher ratio of 13.0:1 and 113 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 81st percentile among New York middle schools at #902 out of 4,758 statewide. Students show strong reading skills, with 74% achieving proficiency or above in ELA across all grade levels.

Math performance presents an opportunity for growth, with 51% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The school's overall academic score of 7.7 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student achievement in this diverse urban environment. The school draws families from the surrounding Flushing community, where the median household income is $56,854 and about 30% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's median home value of $513,300 reflects the area's desirability, though 18.8% of residents face economic challenges. Located in this vibrant Queens community of over 53,000 residents, JHS 185 Edward Bleeker serves as an educational cornerstone in one of New York City's most culturally diverse areas.