At a Glance
A 6-12 evening program serving older students and working families in a quiet residential pocket of Queens
Families with working teenagers or students who thrive in non-traditional settings; families who can manage transportation to a transit-limited neighborhood; parents seeking a school with minimal disciplinary intervention and flexible evening hours.
- Evening schedule serving grades 6-12 — a rare structure that accommodates working families
- Zero suspensions — far below district and city averages
- Serves both middle school and high school students under one roof
- Class sizes identical to district average (24.5)
- No proficiency data available — likely because it's an alternative/evening program serving non-traditional students
- Grades 6-12 in one building means a wide age range; families should ask about grade separation and mentoring
- Limited neighborhood transit — families need personal vehicles or long bus rides
- Evening programs may not suit all family schedules despite being designed for flexibility
Based on 2024 data
School SummaryDistrict 28
District 28 includes some of Queens' highest-performing schools (Grand Central Parkway at 97, Academy for Excellence through the Arts at 95), as well as several mid-tier options. Jamaica Evening High School operates in a different category entirely as an alternative program, so direct comparisons to peer elementary and middle schools aren't apples-to-apples. The school occupies a niche position serving students who need schedule flexibility.
Test score data is not available for this school, which is common for alternative and evening programs that serve students on non-traditional pathways. Class sizes average 24.5 students, essentially identical to the district average of 24.5. Without proficiency data, it's difficult to assess academic trajectory relative to District 28's 63% averages in both ELA and math.
The school's most striking data point is zero suspensions — well below the district average of 0.37% and a strong signal that the evening format and flexible scheduling reduce conflict triggers that lead to disciplinary action in traditional daytime schools. Teacher-reported safety (93%) and instruction quality (92%) both align with district averages, suggesting a functional if unremarkable school culture. The evening schedule likely attracts students who thrive in lower-pressure settings.
The school serves grades 6-12, drawing from a neighborhood where only 23% of households have children — lower than many family-dense Queens neighborhoods. Parents in this area report 93% satisfaction, matching the high satisfaction rates seen across District 28. The student body likely includes a mix of younger adolescents in the middle grades and older teens working toward graduation.
Jamaica Hills-Briarwood is a quiet residential area in central Queens characterized by tree-lined streets, small apartment complexes, and single-family homes. The neighborhood scores moderately on family orientation (47th percentile) and education commitment (55th percentile), with below-average transit access (28th percentile). Families should expect to drive or rely on buses — this isn't a walkable neighborhood near subway lines. The area has typical urban environmental concerns including elevated lead rates (17%) and moderate air quality.
Transit access is limited in this area. Most families drive or take buses; the neighborhood isn't walkable to subway lines. Families should factor in commute time, particularly for evening programs when public transit may be less frequent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Jamaica Evening High School M/ a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Jamaica Evening High School M/ yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 6 to 12 in Jamaica Hills-Briarwood.
- What grades does Jamaica Evening High School M/ serve?
- Jamaica Evening High School M/ serves grades 6 to 12.
- Is Jamaica Evening High School M/ public, charter, or private?
- Jamaica Evening High School M/ is a public school in NYC Community School District 28.
- What neighborhood is Jamaica Evening High School M/ in?
- Jamaica Evening High School M/ is in Jamaica Hills-Briarwood, Queens.
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