IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG

IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 school district, located in EAST ELMHURST, NY with about 1,583 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 95 teachers, IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

IS 227, officially known as the Louis Armstrong Middle School, is a notable public school located in East Elmhurst, Queens. Named after the legendary jazz musician who once resided in the neighborhood, the school serves a diverse student body in grades 6 through 8. It has long been recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, operating under a philosophy that balances rigorous classroom instruction with the development of the "whole child," emphasizing social-emotional growth alongside standard curriculum requirements.

Beyond its academic offerings, IS 227 is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular programs and its connection to the legacy of its namesake. The school frequently integrates music and the arts into its culture, encouraging students to explore their creative talents. As a staple of the East Elmhurst community, it is often praised for maintaining high expectations for its students and fostering a collaborative environment between educators, parents, and the local community to support student achievement and college and career readiness.

For more information, contact IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG at (718) 335-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

32-02 JUNCTION BLVD
EAST ELMHURST, NY 11369-2454
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IS 227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG is a public Title I school in EAST ELMHURST, NY with about 1,583 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,583
Teachers:
95.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,583 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.2%
White
26.7%
Asian
12.8%
Black or African American
8.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%
Two or more races
0.6%

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.