Serving 837 students in grades 6-12, Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School serves an attendance zone of approximately 8.9 square miles in Forest Hills, NY. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
837 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
A School For a Sustainable City
School Rankings
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School 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 Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School is 0.69, 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
#2586 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School's ranking?
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School is ranked #2586 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School often compared to?
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 157 Stephen A Halsey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School?
837 students attend Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School?
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School offer ?
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School part of?
Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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