Serving 1,581 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School serves the Maspeth, NY area, covering approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School's student population of 1,581 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School is 0.57, 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
#1438 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School's ranking?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School is ranked #1438 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School often compared to?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 5 Walter Crowley Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School?
1,581 students attend I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School offer ?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School part of?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School located?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Maspeth, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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