Average
#3212 of 4,742 schools in NY
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
121-10 ROCKAWAY BLVD, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,212 of 4,742
In South Ozone Park
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#35 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson is a public middle school in South Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,212 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson 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 226 Virgil I Grisson — Students at Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 7.2/10.
How Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson Compares
See how Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
121-10 ROCKAWAY BLVD, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Ozone Park, see our South Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| AL-IHSAN ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 96 South Ozone Park | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 124 OSMOND A CHURCH South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER South Ozone Park | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| S.T.A.R. LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Richmond Hill | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,584
Median Home Value
$673,700
Median Rent
$2,032/mo
Population
50,060
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AARON MOSSELL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.4 |
| BATAVIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Batavia, NY | 5.4 |
| BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 5.4 |
| CARTHAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 5.4 |
| CENTRAL SQUARE MIDDLE SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 5.4 |
| CHARLES H ROTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Henrietta, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson
What grades does Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson serve?
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson?
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson?
The student-teacher ratio at Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson rank in NY?
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson ranks #3,212 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson's MySchoolScout rating?
Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 226 Virgil I Grisson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson a charter school?
No, Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson a Title I school?
No, Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson?
87.4% of students at Jhs 226 Virgil I Grisson 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
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.1%
- Phone
- (718) 843-2260
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #35 of 63
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