JHS 202 ROBERT H GODDARD

JHS 202, officially known as the Robert H. Goddard School, is a public middle school located in the Ozone Park neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 27. It is named after Robert H. Goddard, the American engineer and physicist who is credited with creating and building the world's first liquid-fueled rocket, a theme that often aligns with the school's focus on academic rigor and preparation for high school success.

The school is deeply integrated into the Ozone Park community and emphasizes a structured learning environment aimed at developing students' core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. JHS 202 offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to engage a diverse student body, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests while meeting the challenges of the New York State curriculum. As a neighborhood school, it functions as a central hub for local families, working to provide a comprehensive education that prepares its graduates for the competitive high school admissions process in New York City.