Serving 893 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irwin Altman Middle School 172's student population of 893 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is 0.57, 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
#1172 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1172 out of 4,093 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 Jhs 67 Louis Pasteur by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
893 students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 students are Asian, 15% 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 14:1, 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.
5 8/29/2013
nice school!! amazing teachers, students, and principal
5 11/15/2012
Great teachers, hard-working kids, and an effective principal.
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