JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER

JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 1,523 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 93 teachers, JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER 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.

JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER, located in the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. Known for being a staple of the local community, the school focuses on providing a well-rounded academic experience that prepares students for the transition to high school. It offers a standard curriculum aligned with New York City Department of Education standards, often supported by extracurricular activities and programs designed to foster both intellectual and social-emotional growth in early adolescents.

The school is noted for its diverse student body, which reflects the multicultural nature of the surrounding Flushing area. Like many schools in the district, JHS 185 emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to balance rigorous academic expectations with initiatives that help students navigate the challenges of middle school. Parents and prospective students typically view the school as an established institution that prioritizes neighborhood engagement and foundational skill-building across core subjects like English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.

For more information, contact JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER at (718) 445-3232 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.