For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,942 students in 11361, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11361, NY are Junior High School 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne and Middle School 158 Marie Curie. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 11361 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 11361, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11361, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junior High School 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
61-15 Oceania St
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 631-6800
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 631-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,104 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Middle School 158 Marie Curie
(Math: 77% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
46-35 Oceania St
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 423-8100
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 423-8100
Gr: 6-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 11361, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 11361, NY include Junior High School 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne and Middle School 158 Marie Curie.
How many public middle schools are located in 11361?
2 public middle schools are located in 11361.
What is the racial composition of students in 11361?
11361 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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