The Jermaine L. Green STEM Institute of Queens

The school's academic story is one of persistence. Math proficiency at 66.1% actually exceeds the district average of 62.8% — a meaningful achievement for a school that was at just 15% math proficiency in 2016. ELA at 51.7% still lags the district average of 62.8%, but has more than tripled from its 2016 baseline. The school scores 2.36 out of 4 overall, slightly below the district average of 2.51, placing it in the middle tier of District 28 schools. Grade-level data shows strong performance in Grade 3 math (77%) and consistent performance across grades 3-5 in both subjects.

The school's climate data tells a story of strong community ties despite attendance challenges. Parent satisfaction sits at 93%, with parent-teacher trust at 96% and parent-principal trust at 95% — these are exceptional numbers that suggest families feel genuinely connected to the school. Teachers report 92% instruction quality and 86% feeling safe at work, though teacher-principal trust is lower at 77%. The discipline record is pristine: zero suspensions across the past three school years, a rarity in any public school. However, chronic absenteeism at 63.5% is alarmingly high — significantly above what most schools experience — suggesting that getting students to show up consistently is a real struggle.

This is a predominantly Black school community: 80% of students are Black, with 12% Hispanic, 4% multiracial, and small Asian and Native American populations. The economic need index of 64.4% indicates a high-need student population, with 15% receiving special education services. Total enrollment is 502 students across grades PK-5, with an average class size of 24.5 that matches the district average. The community served reflects the neighborhood demographics — working and middle-class families in a section of Queens where households with children represent about 20% of residents.

Springfield Gardens and Rochdale Village is a residential neighborhood in Southeast Queens characterized by tree-lined blocks and a mix of single-family homes and co-op housing. The area scores moderately on safety (61st percentile) and stability (55th percentile), with strong health environment scores (85th percentile). Transit access is limited (37th percentile), meaning most families rely on cars or buses. The neighborhood has a 24.9% college-educated adult population and median household income of about $75K — solidly middle-class. There are parks and green spaces nearby, and the area is known for its community-oriented feel.

The neighborhood is residential and walkable for families who live nearby, but limited transit options mean many parents drive or rely on school buses; families should expect a commute if coming from outside the zone