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Top 37% in state

Redwood Middle School

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

133-25 GUY R BREWER BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11434

Enrollment

285

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,764 of 4,742

In Jamaica

#20 of 48

public schools

In district

#25 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

Middle School in Jamaica · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Redwood Middle School

Redwood Middle School is a public middle school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Redwood Middle School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Redwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,764 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Redwood Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Redwood Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendImproving
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Redwood Middle School — Students at Redwood Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
57.2%
2022
Math
21.1%
ELA
44.4%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Redwood Middle School Compares

See how Redwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in NY
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

Location

133-25 GUY R BREWER BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11434

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Redwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica 0.0 mi 5.4
JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) Jamaica 0.4 mi 6.6
ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica 0.4 mi 7.5
PS 80 THURGOOD MARSHALL MAGNET SCHOOL OF MULTIMEDIA (THE) Jamaica 0.4 mi 5.4
AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica 0.4 mi 7.7
VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica 0.4 mi 7.5
NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica 0.4 mi 6.8
QUEENS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Jamaica 0.7 mi
PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica 0.9 mi 7.8
HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica 0.9 mi 6.3
PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park 0.7 mi 3.5
PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica 0.8 mi 3.6
ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica 1.1 mi
PS 52 Jamaica 1.0 mi 2.7
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III Jamaica 1.1 mi 8.0
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica 0.9 mi 3.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.1 mi 5.4
RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.2 mi 6.4
PS 251 Springfield Gardens 1.1 mi 7.0
EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Springfield Gardens 1.0 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,668

Median Home Value

$585,600

Median Rent

$1,409/mo

Population

67,611

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

47.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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HOLLAND PATENT MIDDLE SCHOOL Holland Patent, NY 6.9
LYNBROOK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY 6.9
PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Bronx, NY 6.9
VALHALLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Valhalla, NY 6.9
BROOKLYN GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Redwood Middle School

What grades does Redwood Middle School serve?

Redwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Redwood Middle School?

Redwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Redwood Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Redwood Middle School rank in NY?

Redwood Middle School ranks #1,764 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Redwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Redwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Redwood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Redwood Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Redwood Middle School a charter school?

No, Redwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Redwood Middle School a Title I school?

No, Redwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Redwood Middle School?

86.0% of students at Redwood Middle 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

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