Serving 491 students in grades 9-12, Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is 0.75, which is more 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
#462 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences's ranking?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is ranked #462 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences often compared to?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Bayside High School, Benjamin N Cardozo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
The graduation rate of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
491 students attend Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences offer ?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences part of?
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #28 School District.
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