J.H.S. 226 Virgil I. Grisson

J.H.S. 226 Virgil I. Grisson

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
121-10 ROCKAWAY Blvd,  South Ozone Park, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 27
3.3
2.9
898 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Rushell White
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
40%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
59
Full Time Teachers
59
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.3%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Science
26%
State Average
20%
Math
32%
State Average
22%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
443:1

Student Diversity

Male
56%
Female
44%
Black
30.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
24.2%
Hispanic
22.6%
Native American
17.5%
White
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.8%
Two or more races
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 6 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
5/3/2018
its meh. when i went there the school was broken and in need of repair. honestly, i dont even think that it would even be good
4.0 NicheUser
4/20/2016
The teachers at this school care alot about the students and care that each student is putting forth their best effort.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 17 Reviews
2.0 other
5/27/2025
Was in this school for 6th and 7th grade the students made this one of the worst years of my life
4.0 student
1/26/2023
As an on going student for MS 226, this school is absolutely great. Teachers are amazing and staff are helpful and friendly. Rooms and hallways are clean, bathrooms could be worse last periods though. When people say the school is quote "Bad", it really isn't. The students are the ones that make it...
1.0 parent
3/25/2022
Not good, very low grades would not go.
5.0 parent
5/1/2021
Just putting this out there...226 is a great school. As a soon to be graduate of this school it makes me sick when I see people slander it. The school isn't "bad", in fact no school is "bad". It's the students that give the school it's reputation. Some parent's complain and say that the school is ne...

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Additional Neighborhoods in this Area

J.H.S. 226 Virgil I. Grisson is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in South Ozone Park, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 27 in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 898 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. J.H.S. 226 Virgil I. Grisson has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $727,272. Discover additional schools in the area, like Epic High School - South, John Adams High School, Richmond Hill High School, and more. Learn more about what South Ozone Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near J.H.S. 226 Virgil I. Grisson.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.