Serving 434 students in grades 9-12, Math/science Research/tech Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Math/science Research/tech Magnet's student population of 434 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math/science Research/tech Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Math/science Research/tech Magnet is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3734 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
72%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math/science Research/tech Magnet's ranking?
Math/science Research/tech Magnet is ranked #3734 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Math/science Research/tech Magnet often compared to?
Math/science Research/tech Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Queens Metropolitan High School, Robert H Goddard High School-comm/tech by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math/science Research/tech Magnet?
The graduation rate of Math/science Research/tech Magnet is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Math/science Research/tech Magnet?
434 students attend Math/science Research/tech Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Math/science Research/tech Magnet students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Math/science Research/tech Magnet?
Math/science Research/tech Magnet has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Math/science Research/tech Magnet offer ?
Math/science Research/tech Magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Math/science Research/tech Magnet part of?
Math/science Research/tech Magnet is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Math/science Research/tech Magnet located?
Math/science Research/tech Magnet is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Cambria Heights, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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