Serving 531 students in grades 9-12, Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Jamaica Gateway to the Sciences serves a large attendance zone in Jamaica, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with distances to the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 28.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences's student population of 531 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences 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 Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is 0.71, 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
#1454 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-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 Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences's ranking?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is ranked #1454 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences often compared to?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin N Cardozo High School, Bayside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
The graduation rate of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
531 students attend Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences offer ?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences part of?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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