Hunters Point Community Middle School

Hunters Point Community Middle School in Long Island City, Queens, offers a rigorous and inclusive learning environment for grades 6-8, housed in a modern building with striking East River and Manhattan skyline views. The school emphasizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving, with a curriculum that includes math and science Regents courses for all students. Academic performance is strong, with English Language Arts proficiency well above the citywide median, and an exceptionally high percentage of students engaged in accelerated coursework. Parents consistently praise the warm and dedicated staff, highlighting the principal's leadership and teachers who inspire students to work harder and genuinely care for their well-being. The school is known for its award-winning debate team, a program where every 6th grader learns an instrument, and partnerships with institutions like Cornell Tech and the Billion Oyster Project. While student surveys indicate some concerns regarding bullying and fair conflict resolution, the school actively uses advisory groups to support student progress and maintain order.