Very Good
#890 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
John Adams High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
101-01 ROCKAWAY BLVD, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Enrollment
2,431
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,431
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#890 of 4,742
In Ozone Park
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About John Adams High School
John Adams High School is a public high school in Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. John Adams High School serves approximately 2,431 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John Adams High School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
John Adams High School is a large school: 2,431 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
47% of students at John Adams High School 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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John Adams High School — Students at John Adams High School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.5/10.
How John Adams High School Compares
See how John Adams High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
101-01 ROCKAWAY BLVD, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Adams High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROBERT H GODDARD HS-COMM/TECH (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ozone Park, see our Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 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 John Adams High School
What grades does John Adams High School serve?
John Adams High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Adams High School?
John Adams High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Adams High School 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 John Adams High School rank in NY?
John Adams High School ranks #890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John Adams High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Adams High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 John Adams High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams High School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is John Adams High School a charter school?
No, John Adams High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Adams High School a Title I school?
No, John Adams High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams High School?
84.7% of students at John Adams High School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 172
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (718) 322-0500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #6 of 63
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