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#426 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

MS 158 Marie Curie

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

46-35 OCEANIA ST, Bayside, NY 11361

Enrollment

783

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Bayside

#4 of 16

public schools

New York middle schools

#47 of 785

In district

#5 of 34

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

Equity

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About MS 158 Marie Curie

MS 158 Marie Curie is a public middle school in Bayside, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. The school serves approximately 783 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 91st percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 71% proficiency in math, 38 points above the state average and 81% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $108,391, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79%
Reading/ELA Proficiency83%
Math vs. State Avg+39.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency81%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected+27.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1

MS 158 Marie Curie — Students at MS 158 Marie Curie score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 71.2%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 80.8%
School
State
57.2%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
70.3%
ELA
83.5%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How MS 158 Marie Curie Compares

See how MS 158 Marie Curie performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
8.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers

Location

46-35 OCEANIA ST, Bayside, NY 11361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering MS 158 Marie Curie may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PS 31 BAYSIDE (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS Q4 (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 376 Flushing 0.1 mi 6.2
PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside 0.2 mi 9.1
PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside 0.6 mi 7.2
CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside 0.6 mi 8.8
HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens 0.7 mi 6.3
LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside 0.8 mi 6.9
PS 130 Bayside 0.7 mi 6.8
JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside 0.8 mi 6.3
PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside 0.7 mi 7.4
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside 0.8 mi 7.0
WILLIAM SPYROPOULOS GREEK-AMERICAN DAY SCHOOL Flushing 0.7 mi 4.7
PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside 0.9 mi 8.2
ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows 1.0 mi 4.8
ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 0.8 mi 6.1
PS Q4 Flushing 1.0 mi 8.4
BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside 0.9 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bayside 1.0 mi 6.2
BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Bayside 1.1 mi 7.3
PS 159 Bayside 1.1 mi 6.3
PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside 1.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,391

Median Home Value

$900,700

Median Rent

$2,315/mo

Population

30,402

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

40.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

42.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding MS 158 Marie Curie has a median household income of $108,391. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $900,700, with a median rent of $2,315/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City, NY 8.2
NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York, NY 8.2
OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL Medford, NY 8.2
IS 2 GEORGE L EGBERT Staten Island, NY 8.1
IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS Brooklyn, NY 8.1
SOUTH WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL Syosset, NY 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MS 158 Marie Curie

What grades does MS 158 Marie Curie serve?

MS 158 Marie Curie serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend MS 158 Marie Curie?

MS 158 Marie Curie has an enrollment of approximately 783 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 158 Marie Curie?

The student-teacher ratio at MS 158 Marie Curie is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does MS 158 Marie Curie rank in NY?

MS 158 Marie Curie is ranked #426 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is MS 158 Marie Curie's MySchoolScout rating?

MS 158 Marie Curie has a composite rating of 8.2 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 MS 158 Marie Curie?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, MS 158 Marie Curie has 71.2% math proficiency and 80.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is MS 158 Marie Curie a charter school?

No, MS 158 Marie Curie is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is MS 158 Marie Curie a Title I school?

No, MS 158 Marie Curie is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 158 Marie Curie?

65.0% of students at MS 158 Marie Curie 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
783
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
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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