Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 358 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 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MS 358 serves an attendance zone in Jamaica, NY, covering approximately 8.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 358's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 358 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 Middle School 358 is 0.65, 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
#2173 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
2%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 358's ranking?
Middle School 358 is ranked #2173 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 358 often compared to?
Middle School 358is often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 217 Robert A Van Wyck by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 358?
345 students attend Middle School 358.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Middle School 358 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School 358?
Middle School 358 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 358 offer ?
Middle School 358 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 358 part of?
Middle School 358 is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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