Irwin Altman Middle School 172

81-14 257th St
Glen Oaks, NY 11004
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 789 students in grades 6-8, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 789 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 75% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Irwin Altman Middle School 172's student population of 789 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
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School Rankings

Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1013 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Irwin Altman Middle School 172, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
53%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
76%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
62%
10%
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Hispanic
16%
29%
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Black
9%
16%
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White
9%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.58
This chart displays the diversity score of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Irwin Altman Middle School 172 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irwin Altman Middle School 172's ranking?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is ranked #1013 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Irwin Altman Middle School 172 often compared to?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172is often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 67 Louis Pasteur by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
789 students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Irwin Altman Middle School 172 offer ?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 part of?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 located?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is located in the Floral Park neighborhood of Glen Oaks, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Floral Park.

School Reviews

1   6/26/2021
School teachers are cool, but students are very disrespectful.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - SAIF khan
5   8/29/2013
nice school!! amazing teachers, students, and principal
- Posted by Student/Alumni - fatim
5   11/15/2012
Great teachers, hard-working kids, and an effective principal.
- Posted by Teacher - loral

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 789 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 75% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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