Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Irwin Altman Middle School 172's student population of 827 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1013 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
61%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin Altman Middle School 172's ranking?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is ranked #1013 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Irwin Altman Middle School 172 often compared to?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172is often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 67 Louis Pasteur by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
827 students attend Irwin Altman Middle School 172.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Irwin Altman Middle School 172 students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin Altman Middle School 172?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Irwin Altman Middle School 172 offer ?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 part of?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is Irwin Altman Middle School 172 located?
Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is located in the Floral Park neighborhood of Glen Oaks, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Floral Park.
School Reviews
1 6/26/2021
School teachers are cool, but students are very disrespectful.
5 8/29/2013
nice school!! amazing teachers, students, and principal
5 11/15/2012
Great teachers, hard-working kids, and an effective principal.
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