Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Collaborative Arts Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Collaborative Arts Middle School serves an attendance zone in Springfield Gardens, NY, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Collaborative Arts Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
Collaborative Arts Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collaborative Arts Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3244 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
74%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collaborative Arts Middle School's ranking?
Collaborative Arts Middle School is ranked #3244 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Collaborative Arts Middle School often compared to?
Collaborative Arts Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Voices Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Collaborative Arts Middle School?
286 students attend Collaborative Arts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Collaborative Arts Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collaborative Arts Middle School?
Collaborative Arts Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Collaborative Arts Middle School offer ?
Collaborative Arts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Collaborative Arts Middle School part of?
Collaborative Arts Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
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