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#592 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 13% in state

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

147-26 25TH DR, Flushing, NY 11354

Enrollment

1,469

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#592 of 4,742

In Flushing

#6 of 45

public schools

In district

#7 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker

8.1/10

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

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About Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is a public middle school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker serves approximately 1,469 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+19.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker — Students at Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
93%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
53.5%
ELA
74.3%
2022
Math
58.9%
ELA
70.4%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker Compares

See how Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
88th percentile in NY
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

147-26 25TH DR, Flushing, NY 11354

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE LOWELL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing 0.0 mi 6.5
THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone 0.4 mi 7.6
THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing 0.6 mi 5.9
ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 0.5 mi 6.1
PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing 0.6 mi 7.7
PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone 0.8 mi 8.3
SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing 0.9 mi 6.7
ST LUKES SCHOOL Whitestone 0.8 mi 6.1
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing 0.8 mi 7.0
VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing 0.8 mi 6.3
FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.8 mi 6.9
QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.8 mi 4.6
PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing 0.8 mi 8.3
JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR Whitestone 0.9 mi 7.1
FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing 1.0 mi 7.5
JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing 1.0 mi 7.9
FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 1.0 mi 7.0
ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 0.9 mi 5.0
PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing 1.0 mi 8.0
PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing 1.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,833

Median Home Value

$521,000

Median Rent

$1,766/mo

Population

52,325

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

39.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HOMMOCKS SCHOOL Larchmont, NY 8.1
IS 237 Flushing, NY 8.1
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa, NY 8.2
GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore, NY 8.2
IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island, NY 8.0
JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker

What grades does Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker serve?

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker?

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker has an enrollment of approximately 1,469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker?

The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker rank in NY?

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker ranks #592 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker's MySchoolScout rating?

Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 185 Edward Bleeker?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker a charter school?

No, Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker a Title I school?

No, Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker?

77.4% of students at Jhs 185 Edward Bleeker 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,469
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

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