I.S. 145 Joseph Pulitzer

I.S. 145 Joseph Pulitzer, a large middle school in Jackson Heights, Queens, functions as a Magnet School of Innovation and Applied Learning, emphasizing real-world applications and a diverse curriculum. Organized into four academies for a more personalized experience, it features an award-winning Dual Language program and offers Regents track courses in Biology, Algebra I, and Spanish, allowing many students to earn high school credit. The school provides extensive opportunities in visual arts, music, dance, drama, culinary arts, coding, and App Design, supported by dedicated facilities. Academically, I.S. 145 places a significant emphasis on advanced coursework, with an accelerated coursework rate well above the citywide 75th percentile. While ELA and Math proficiency rates are near the citywide median, some external analyses note them as below district and state averages. The school earns excellent ratings for safety and school climate, and parent satisfaction is notably high. Student attendance is also strong. However, student surveys show mixed feelings about school cleanliness, conflict resolution, and instances of bullying. Some students also report feeling mental pressure and stress.