Serving 1,516 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JHS 185 Edward Bleeker serves an attendance zone of approximately 3.3 square miles in Flushing, NY, with most students living within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is around 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker's student population of 1,516 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,516 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Success for All
School Rankings
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is 0.54, 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
#774 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
60%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker's ranking?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is ranked #774 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker often compared to?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleekeris often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 194 William Carr by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker?
1,516 students attend Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker offer ?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker part of?
Junior High School 185 Edward Bleeker is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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