Very Good
#1367 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
68-17 AUSTIN ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,367 of 4,742
In Forest Hills
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#21 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Middle School in Forest Hills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jhs 190 Russell Sage
Jhs 190 Russell Sage is a public middle school in Forest Hills, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Jhs 190 Russell Sage serves approximately 929 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 190 Russell Sage has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,367 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 190 Russell Sage show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 190 Russell Sage — Students at Jhs 190 Russell Sage score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 8.2/10.
How Jhs 190 Russell Sage Compares
See how Jhs 190 Russell Sage performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68-17 AUSTIN ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 190 Russell Sage may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 157 STEPHEN A HALSEY (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VALENCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,319
Median Home Value
$572,800
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
75,320
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 190 Russell Sage
What grades does Jhs 190 Russell Sage serve?
Jhs 190 Russell Sage serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 190 Russell Sage?
Jhs 190 Russell Sage has an enrollment of approximately 929 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 190 Russell Sage?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 190 Russell Sage is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 190 Russell Sage rank in NY?
Jhs 190 Russell Sage ranks #1,367 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 190 Russell Sage's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 190 Russell Sage has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 190 Russell Sage?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 190 Russell Sage has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 190 Russell Sage a charter school?
No, Jhs 190 Russell Sage is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 190 Russell Sage a Title I school?
No, Jhs 190 Russell Sage is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 190 Russell Sage?
54.4% of students at Jhs 190 Russell Sage 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 929
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (718) 830-4970
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #21 of 50
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