Serving 1,397 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 145 Joseph Pulitzer serves an attendance zone of approximately 1.3 square miles in Jackson Heights, NY, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer's student population of 1,397 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer 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 I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer is 0.15, 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
#2366 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
92%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer's ranking?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer is ranked #2366 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer often compared to?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzeris often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 230 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
1,397 students attend I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer offer ?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer part of?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer located?
I.s. 145 Joseph Pulitzer is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Jackson Heights, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Flushing.
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