Serving 1,648 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes 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 59% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes's student population of 1,648 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes 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 137 America's School Of Heroes is 0.64, 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
#1995 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes's ranking?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes is ranked #1995 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes often compared to?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroesis often viewed alongside schools like Junior High School 202 Robert H Goddard, John Adams High School, Junior High School 210 Elizabeth Blackwell 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes?
1,648 students attend Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Asian, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 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 Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes offer ?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes part of?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes located?
Middle School 137 America's School Of Heroes is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Ozone Park, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamaica.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Their are not that many Hispanic kids at 137! It's mostly Guyanese/ Trindadian kids!
But anyway, it's a pretty good school. It's the place to be when you actually want to LEARN and not just play around. I''d recommend it to any parent choosing a middle school for their children.
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