I just graduated this year! And I am really, truly, honestly going to miss this place. This is one of the best junior high schools in queens. When I first entered this school I was completely horrified! All my elementary school friends were either going to M.S. 158 or M.S. 74, and I thought I was going
... Read more to be completely friendless and a total loser. But, I was wrong. I made better friends and gained the confidence I never had when I entered this school. You will not regret sending your child here! And for those who are entering this year, don't be scared! This school is great and you will definitely make friends. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/10/09
I am a current student of M.S. 216 and i have spent some of the best years of my pretty short life so far at this school. Most classes have up to 32 children which may seem like alot but you don't even notice it at all. The teachers give us a assignment then they walk around the whole classroom asking
... Read more us one by one if we understood the work. This is one of best middle school in Queens, New York. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/16/09
I held high hopes for MS216 but was disappointed at admin's response to concerns that my son seemed less excited about school and complaint that he gave long answers and asked too many questions.I asked how I could help my son succeed.For 2 months requests to meet were ignored or denied.Administrator
... Read more was dismissive and said 'don't have time to explain how we operate . I understand demands of large class.I only wanted to regain my son's enthusiasm and accommodate their teaching style.When I reached teacher I asked how we could work together to improve my son's learning experience to my disbelief teacher said that my son should stop asking so many questions. My son was in Honors program!My appeal to principal was fruitless.I was forced to transfer my son in Feb. to new school and at 1st conference teachers complimented my son on his 'excellent participation'.Do not send your child here Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/23/09
I am a current student in this school. I like the school. I am graduating this year(2009). I am so happy that I am going to high school but sad to leave the school.
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Posted by a parent on 04/22/09
I have been a proud parent of a Ryan student approaching our third year. My son is graduating this year, and it is a bittersweet moment. The teachers, faculty and staff have been informative, supportive, and forthright in any dealings I have had with them. There is open communication as to what is expected,
... Read more and I am very involved with the education of my son. The principal is hands on and approachable, he acts on issues raised immediately. The collaboration to ensure parents are informed is to be commended. The parent coordinator constantly alerts parents to events and keeps parents abreast of monthly activities with a calendar and newsletter. The website which is sponsored and maintained by the PTA is superb. Ryan is an excellent Middle School and definitely one of District 26 best kept secrets. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/24/09
My son is graduating this year and I have to commend the teachers for their devotion to the advancement of each student. I also have to commend the principle and his staff for their leadership skills and management of the school.
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Posted by a parent on 12/03/08
Ryan is an excellent school, my daughter has been a student here for two years and she absolutely loves it. Susan Chang the parent coordinator does a wonderful job keeping us parents informed about any school events or upcoming events. I feel well informed at all times. I couldn't ask for more...Keep
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Posted by a parent on 10/31/08
i like this school because the teachers help you if you dont understand your work
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Posted by a student on 10/30/08
This school is amazing since you get to meet new friends and amazing teachers. All of the teachers are funny and cool. I couldn't ask for more.
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Posted by a student on 03/13/08
As a sixth grade student here, I love this school. The teachers are really really confident, nice, and patient with children. This school completely prepares you for high school. You should seriously go.
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* In 2008-2009 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
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1,254
Students per teacher:
36
Full-time teachers:
35
Number of classrooms:
50
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Fresh Meadows schools — Ms 216 George J Ryan is located at 64-20 175th St, Fresh Meadows NY 11365. 64-20 175th St is in the 11365 ZIP code in Fresh Meadows, NY The school district for Ms 216 George J Ryan is the New York City Department Of Education. Ms 216 George J Ryan is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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