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#2133 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
138-30 LAFAYETTE ST, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,133 of 4,742
In Ozone Park
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#17 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard is a public middle school in Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard serves approximately 884 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,133 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard — Students at Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
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
↓ 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: 7.0/10.
How Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard Compares
See how Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
138-30 LAFAYETTE ST, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MS 137 AMERICA'S SCHOOL OF HEROES (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JHS 210 ELIZABETH BLACKWELL (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ozone Park, see our Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,330
Median Home Value
$731,900
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
30,091
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard
What grades does Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard serve?
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard?
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard has an enrollment of approximately 884 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard rank in NY?
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard ranks #2,133 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 202 Robert H Goddard?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard a charter school?
No, Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard a Title I school?
No, Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard?
84.2% of students at Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard 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
- 884
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (718) 848-0001
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #17 of 63
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