CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY

CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in CORONA, NY with about 726 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY (CASA), located in Corona, Queens, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) dedicated to fostering a rigorous academic environment integrated with a robust focus on the arts. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, combining core subjects like mathematics, science, and humanities with specialized programming in visual and performing arts. By providing students with diverse creative outlets, the academy aims to cultivate critical thinking, self-expression, and a strong sense of community, preparing students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school is known for its commitment to a supportive and inclusive culture that prioritizes student engagement and social-emotional growth. Through its curriculum and extracurricular opportunities, CASA strives to bridge the gap between academic excellence and artistic exploration, encouraging students to become active participants in their own learning. With its location in a vibrant, diverse neighborhood, the academy works to mirror the dynamic spirit of its community, focusing on building strong relationships between staff, families, and students to ensure a holistic educational experience.

For more information, contact CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY at (718) 507-3820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.