JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY

JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY 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 341 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 30 teachers, JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 8, officially known as the Richard S. Grossley School, is a public middle school located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school operates under the jurisdiction of the New York City Department of Education. It is named in honor of Richard S. Grossley, a prominent educator and historical figure who served as the president of Delaware State College (now Delaware State University) during the mid-20th century, reflecting the school’s commitment to academic advancement and community leadership.

The school is situated in the diverse community of Jamaica and focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school education that prepares students for the transition to high school. Like many schools in the district, JHS 8 emphasizes core academic subjects—such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—while often integrating extracurricular activities and support services aimed at fostering student growth. By maintaining a focus on middle-school-aged development, the institution strives to provide a structured environment that encourages both personal and intellectual progress for its local student population.

For more information, contact JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY at (718) 739-6883 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.