Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JHS 8 Richard S. Grossley serves a 2 square mile area in Jamaica, NY, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is 1.1 miles, extending up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley's student population of 354 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley 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 Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is 0.74, which is more 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
#2634 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley's ranking?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is ranked #2634 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley often compared to?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossleyis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley?
354 students attend Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 10% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley offer ?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley part of?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley located?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is located in the Addisleigh Park neighborhood of Jamaica, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Addisleigh Park.
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