COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL

COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29 school district, located in SPRINGFIELD GARDENS, NY with about 304 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 20 teachers, COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL 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.

COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL (CVMS), located in Springfield Gardens, Queens, is a public school that emphasizes a philosophy of community engagement, student voice, and academic rigor. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to advocate for themselves and participate actively in their own learning process. By integrating real-world problem-solving with a standard academic curriculum, the school aims to prepare its middle-school-aged students for the demands of high school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic offerings, COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL places a high value on social-emotional development and the cultivation of positive character traits. The school fosters a collaborative culture, encouraging strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood to help students succeed. Through a variety of extracurricular activities and restorative practices, CVMS seeks to build a close-knit community where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in their school and the wider community.

For more information, contact COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 977-6180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.