Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley 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 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley's student population of 354 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley 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 8 Richard S Grossley is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3083 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley's ranking?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is ranked #3083 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley often compared to?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossleyis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley?
354 students attend Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley offer ?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley part of?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is part of New York City Geographic District #28 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley located?
Junior High School 8 Richard S Grossley is located in the Addisleigh Park neighborhood of Jamaica, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Addisleigh Park.
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