Very Good
#1563 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Martin Van Buren High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
230-17 HILLSIDE AVE, Queens Village, NY 11427
Enrollment
1,129
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,129
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,563 of 4,742
In Queens Village
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#23 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Martin Van Buren High School
Martin Van Buren High School is a public high school in Queens Village, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Martin Van Buren High School serves approximately 1,129 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Van Buren High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,563 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Van Buren High School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Martin Van Buren 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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Martin Van Buren High School — Students at Martin Van Buren High School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
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: 9.3/10.
How Martin Van Buren High School Compares
See how Martin Van Buren 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
230-17 HILLSIDE AVE, Queens Village, NY 11427
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Van Buren High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bellerose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Queens Village, see our Queens Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK Queens Village | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PS/IS 295 Queens Village | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PS/IS 208 Bellerose | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PS/IS 266 Bellerose | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose | 1.1 mi | — |
| PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SS JOACHIM & ANNE SCHOOL Queens Village | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 133 Bellerose | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,129
Median Home Value
$690,200
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
25,124
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BINGHAMTON HIGH SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 7.1 |
| CHEEKTOWAGA HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 7.1 |
| EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.1 |
| GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.1 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 7.1 |
| LOCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Van Buren High School
What grades does Martin Van Buren High School serve?
Martin Van Buren High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Martin Van Buren High School?
Martin Van Buren High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Van Buren High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Van Buren High School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Van Buren High School rank in NY?
Martin Van Buren High School ranks #1,563 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Martin Van Buren High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Van Buren High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Martin Van Buren High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Van Buren High School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Martin Van Buren High School a charter school?
No, Martin Van Buren High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Van Buren High School a Title I school?
No, Martin Van Buren High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Van Buren High School?
73.6% of students at Martin Van Buren 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
- 1,129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (718) 776-4728
- 4-Year Graduation
- 85.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #23 of 34
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