I.S. 5 - The Walter Crowley Intermediate School

I.S. 5 - The Walter Crowley Intermediate School serves grades 6-8 in Elmhurst, Queens, known for its diverse student body and a focus on developing both academic strengths and socio-emotional skills. The school emphasizes core values like respect, integrity, empathy, and accountability through weekly advisory classes and a unique structure of four communities, each with dedicated support staff. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency is around the citywide median, while math proficiency is slightly below. However, the percentage of students engaged in accelerated coursework is well above the citywide median, indicating opportunities for advanced learning. The school offers a unified curriculum alongside enrichment opportunities during 'What I Need (WIN)' periods, and provides instruction in World Language Spanish, Fine and Performing Arts, Computer Science, Civic Leadership, and Financial Literacy. Facilities include a television-production studio, music and dance studios, a library, and science labs. While parents generally express high satisfaction, some student feedback points to concerns regarding bullying and the handling of conflicts. The school also features a Spanish Dual Language Program and a Leadership in STEM Program.