Very Good
#775 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
Jhs 216 George J Ryan
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
64-20 175TH ST, Flushing, NY 11365
Enrollment
1,495
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,495
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#775 of 4,742
In Flushing
#10 of 45
public schools
In district
#15 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Jhs 216 George J Ryan
Jhs 216 George J Ryan is a public middle school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Jhs 216 George J Ryan serves approximately 1,495 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 216 George J Ryan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 216 George J Ryan show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Jhs 216 George J Ryan — Students at Jhs 216 George J Ryan score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
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: 8.9/10.
How Jhs 216 George J Ryan Compares
See how Jhs 216 George J Ryan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
64-20 175TH ST, Flushing, NY 11365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 216 George J Ryan may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FRANCIS LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Fresh Meadows), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| FRANCIS LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 173 FRESH MEADOWS Flushing | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 177 Flushing | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I Flushing | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI Flushing | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PS Q4 Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 26 RUFUS KING Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 154 Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE) Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 255 Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE) Flushing | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,375
Median Home Value
$911,800
Median Rent
$1,869/mo
Population
43,258
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Washington, NY | 7.9 |
| IS 228 DAVID A BOODY Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| IS 230 Jackson Heights, NY | 7.9 |
| JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York, NY | 7.9 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside, NY | 7.9 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 216 George J Ryan
What grades does Jhs 216 George J Ryan serve?
Jhs 216 George J Ryan serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 216 George J Ryan?
Jhs 216 George J Ryan has an enrollment of approximately 1,495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 216 George J Ryan?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 216 George J Ryan is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 216 George J Ryan rank in NY?
Jhs 216 George J Ryan ranks #775 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 216 George J Ryan's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 216 George J Ryan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 216 George J Ryan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 216 George J Ryan has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 216 George J Ryan a charter school?
No, Jhs 216 George J Ryan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 216 George J Ryan a Title I school?
No, Jhs 216 George J Ryan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 216 George J Ryan?
68.8% of students at Jhs 216 George J Ryan 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
- 1,495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (718) 358-2005
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #15 of 34
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