Serving 1,768 students in grades 6-8, Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes's student population of 1,768 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2035 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
10%
Hispanic
43%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes's ranking?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes is ranked #2035 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes often compared to?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroesis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams High School, Jhs 202 Robert H Goddard by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes?
1,768 students attend Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes students are Asian, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes offer ?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes part of?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes located?
Ms 137 America's School Of Heroes is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Ozone Park, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamaica.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Their are not that many Hispanic kids at 137! It's mostly Guyanese/ Trindadian kids!
But anyway, it's a pretty good school. It's the place to be when you actually want to LEARN and not just play around. I''d recommend it to any parent choosing a middle school for their children.
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