JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK

JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 1,628 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 89 teachers, JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

JHS 217, formally known as Robert A. Van Wyck, is a public middle school located in the Briarwood/Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 28. The institution is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to providing a structured academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school.

The school offers a variety of academic and extracurricular programs designed to support student development, including specialized instruction and opportunities for students to explore their interests outside of the standard curriculum. JHS 217 emphasizes community involvement and maintains a focus on student achievement through its various support systems and faculty-led initiatives. As a long-standing neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the local community, striving to foster a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere for its students, staff, and families.

For more information, contact JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK at (718) 657-1120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.