Below Average
#3902 of 4,742 schools in NY
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
976 SENECA AVE, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,902 of 4,742
In Ridgewood
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#49 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77
Middle School in Ridgewood · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 is a public middle school in Ridgewood, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,902 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 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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Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 — Students at Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
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: 4.5/10.
How Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 Compares
See how Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
976 SENECA AVE, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ridgewood, see our Ridgewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUSHWICK LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Glendale | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 239 Ridgewood | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL Ridgewood | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 68 CAMBRIDGE Ridgewood | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 88 SENECA Ridgewood | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MATH AND RESEARCH (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PS/IS 384 FRANCES E CARTER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 71 FOREST Ridgewood | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams, NY | 4.5 |
| DANA L LYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bath, NY | 4.5 |
| EAST IRONDEQUOIT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.5 |
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton, NY | 4.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77
What grades does Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 serve?
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77?
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 rank in NY?
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 ranks #3,902 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 a charter school?
No, Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 a Title I school?
No, Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77?
85.7% of students at Joseph F Quinn Intermediate School 77 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
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (718) 366-7120
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #49 of 56
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