Serving 1,472 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell's student population of 1,472 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell is 0.53, 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
#2883 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 210 Elizabeth Blackwell's ranking?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell is ranked #2883 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell often compared to?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwellis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard, Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell?
1,472 students attend Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% 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 210 Elizabeth Blackwell?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell offer ?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell part of?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell located?
Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Ozone Park, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamaica.
School Reviews
1 8/26/2019
I went to this school for middle school nearly 10 years ago Horrible.
5 9/6/2013
i have a son who just came from puert rico he is going to 8th grade i havent enrolled him because i am in the process of getting him his immunication records i live in queens my zone school is jhs 210 i would love to have your email
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