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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

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Queens Village

#8 of 8

public schools

New York high schools

#782 of 1,160

In district

#32 of 34

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

Equity

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Martin Van Buren High School

Martin Van Buren High School serves 1,129 students in grades 9-12 in the Queens Village neighborhood of Queens County. With 86 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a reasonable student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1, providing opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks in the 31st percentile among New York high schools, indicating significant room for academic growth.

As a regular public high school in New York's large urban system, Martin Van Buren serves students with diverse educational needs and backgrounds. The school draws from a stable middle-class community where the median household income reaches $84,691 and median home values average $678,400. About 35% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the local poverty rate remains relatively low at 10.8%.

This economic stability in the surrounding area suggests families who are invested in their children's education and community development. Located on Hillside Avenue in Queens Village, Martin Van Buren High School sits within one of New York City's more established residential neighborhoods, where students benefit from the resources and opportunities that come with urban living while maintaining a strong sense of local community identity.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-4.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73%
Reading/ELA Proficiency85%
Overall Proficiency79%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected+28.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College Readiness5.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation18%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1

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: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 79.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
85%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Martin Van Buren High School Compares

See how Martin Van Buren High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
4.1/10
Below average
Environment
5.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers

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 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bellerose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10), which scores slightly higher. 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 6.6
PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK Queens Village 0.5 mi 6.9
PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing 0.8 mi 7.1
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose 0.9 mi 8.3
JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village 1.0 mi 6.6
PS/IS 295 Queens Village 1.0 mi 8.7
PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside 1.0 mi 5.6
PS/IS 208 Bellerose 1.0 mi 6.6
PS/IS 266 Bellerose 1.0 mi 7.4
PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside 0.9 mi 5.8
NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose 1.1 mi
PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose 1.1 mi 7.1
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 6.5
PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside 1.3 mi 7.7
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 1.3 mi 6.7
PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village 1.6 mi 8.3
FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL Floral Park 1.4 mi 7.0

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Martin Van Buren High School has a median household income of $92,129. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $690,200, with a median rent of $1,697/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx, NY 5.9
GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gloversville, NY 5.9
GOSHEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Goshen, NY 5.9
ROCKY POINT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY 5.9
AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL Averill Park, NY 6.0
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers, NY 6.0

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 is ranked #2912 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Martin Van Buren High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martin Van Buren High School has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Martin Van Buren High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Martin Van Buren High School has 79.0% math proficiency and 88.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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