Serving 1,649 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School's student population of 1,649 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 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 0.56, 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
#1884 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
59%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
11%
40%
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
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School's ranking?
I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School is ranked #1884 out of 4,377 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
1,649 students attend I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of I.s. 73 Frank Sansivieri Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 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 14:1, 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 School District.
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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