- #1 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkWilliamsburg Collegiate Charter SchoolBrooklyn, NY·Public School·5-8·Rating 4 out of 5 3 reviewsOther: WCCS is a a true community school that provides a college prep education for all students, while also making learning dynamic.... Read 3 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 247Student-teacher ratio 10:1#1 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Williamsburg Collegiate Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,BROOKLYN, NY,5-8,3 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.Featured Review: Other says WCCS is a a true community school that provides a college prep education for all students, while also making learning dynamic..Read 3 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 247,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #3 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkSuccess Academy Charter School - Bed-Stuy 1 and Bed-Stuy Middle SchoolBrooklyn, NY·Public School·5-9gradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 482Student-teacher ratio —#3 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Success Academy Charter School - Bed-Stuy 1 and Bed-Stuy Middle SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,BROOKLYN, NY,5-9,Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 482,
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- #9 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkGreat Neck South Middle SchoolGreat Neck Public Schools, NY·6-8·Rating 4.17 out of 5 12 reviewsMiddle school student: im paid to make this reviewit very gud very gud 5/5 real no cap 100 percent very amazing for real for real... Read 12 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 861Student-teacher ratio 10:1#9 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Great Neck South Middle SchoolBlue checkmark.Great Neck Public Schools, NY,6-8,12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.Featured Review: Middle school student says im paid to make this reviewit very gud very gud 5/5 real no cap 100 percent very amazing for real for real.Read 12 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 861,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #10 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkKIPP STAR College Prep Charter SchoolNew York, NY·Public School·K-8·Rating 4.32 out of 5 19 reviewsSenior: I’ve been in Kipp since 7th grade. It was great learning about myself, especially as a black man. They have quality education. I wish they would be a little more selective about the backgrounds of children and families. It’s starting to feel like any local public school in the bronx which isn’t great. The athletic department needs an overhaul. No support for good athletes trying to play in college. They need staff that understand children and sports and are parents or former athletes themselves to guide students... Read 19 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 740Student-teacher ratio 14:1#10 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.KIPP STAR College Prep Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,NEW YORK, NY,K-8,19 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.Featured Review: Senior says I’ve been in Kipp since 7th grade. It was great learning about myself, especially as a black man. They have quality education. I wish they would be a little more selective about the backgrounds of....Read 19 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 740,Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
- #13 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkAchievement First - Bushwick SchoolBrooklyn, NY·Public School·K-8·Rating 4.1 out of 5 21 reviewsAlum: I went there for elementary school and honestly it was a great school and I had the best time. It instilled discipline, motivated scholars to work hard, and made students think about their future.... Read 21 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 938Student-teacher ratio 10:1#13 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Achievement First - Bushwick SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,BROOKLYN, NY,K-8,21 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.Featured Review: Alum says I went there for elementary school and honestly it was a great school and I had the best time. It instilled discipline, motivated scholars to work hard, and made students think about their future..Read 21 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 938,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #21 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkWoodmere Middle SchoolHewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District, NY·6-8·Rating 4.33 out of 5 3 reviewsMiddle School Student: Great school and great teachers. They teach you all the things you need to know at ur level. They have lower classes and higher classes. I’m a student that goes there and every quarter I get high honor roll. Teachers help you and support you in the all the ways they could. There is even extra support classes for students who need extra help during school time, and they’re all for free! Give kids a lot of freedom in school. Teacher also engage with students, they’re not only their teacher but also friends and role model. Teachers also joke around to make classes more fun and not as boring. There is always projects that kids have that give them opportunity to work in groups and learn how to socialize.... Read 3 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 716Student-teacher ratio 10:1#21 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Woodmere Middle SchoolBlue checkmark.Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District, NY,6-8,3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.Featured Review: Middle School Student says Great school and great teachers. They teach you all the things you need to know at ur level. They have lower classes and higher classes. I’m a student that goes there and every quarter I get high....Read 3 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 716,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #22 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkColumbia Secondary SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 5, NY·6-12·Rating 3.76 out of 5 127 reviewsSophom*ore: New administration is horrible. They have hired bad teachers and refuse to keep CSS unique. We once stood out for writing college-like research papers but now it's all standardized tests. The teachers are really hit or miss but a few good teachers really make my time feel worth it.... Read 127 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 690Student-teacher ratio 14:1#22 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Columbia Secondary SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 5, NY,6-12,127 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.Featured Review: Sophom*ore says New administration is horrible. They have hired bad teachers and refuse to keep CSS unique. We once stood out for writing college-like research papers but now it's all standardized tests. The....Read 127 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 690,Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
- #27 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkAchievement First - Endeavor SchoolBrooklyn, NY·Public School·K-8·Rating 3.5 out of 5 8 reviewsAlum: Overall it was a great experience! I loved it and the community we had. It was easy for students to make connections with each other and learn with passion. Learning was made fun! Though it was strict.... Read 8 reviewsgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 738Student-teacher ratio 13:1#27 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Achievement First - Endeavor SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,BROOKLYN, NY,K-8,8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.Featured Review: Alum says Overall it was a great experience! I loved it and the community we had. It was easy for students to make connections with each other and learn with passion. Learning was made fun! Though it was....Read 8 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 738,Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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- #30 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkBallet Tech - The New York City Public School for DanceNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY·4-8·Rating 5 out of 5 1 reviewParent: This school is a hidden gem. The structure of this school is rigid and effective. I am so thankful that my daughter is part of the Ballet Tech community.... Read 1 reviewgradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 116Student-teacher ratio 9:1#30 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Ballet Tech - The New York City Public School for DanceNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY,4-8,1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says This school is a hidden gem. The structure of this school is rigid and effective. I am so thankful that my daughter is part of the Ballet Tech community..Read 1 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 116,Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
- #31 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkMS 915 - Bridges: A school for Exploration and EquityNew York City Geographic District No. 13, NY·6-8gradeA+Overall Niche GradeStudents 258Student-teacher ratio 10:1#31 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.MS 915 - Bridges: A school for Exploration and EquityNew York City Geographic District No. 13, NY,6-8,Overall Niche Grade: A+,Students: 258,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #20 Best Public Middle Schools in New JerseyExplore Middle SchoolHudson County Schools Of Technology School District, NJ·6-8·Rating 4 out of 5 2 reviewsParent: For the first time since my son began his educational career, he is truly excited to go to school. Emphasis is, of course, placed on doing well academically but, more importantly, working well in collaborative groups, hands on activities, and character development. This has contributed to making the students independent and proactive. The administration is extraordinarily supportive and communication is open. Emails are answered within minutes. Including weekends. This is truly a family.... Read 2 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 152Student-teacher ratio 10:1#20 Best Public Middle Schools in New Jersey.Explore Middle SchoolBlue checkmark.Hudson County Schools Of Technology School District, NJ,6-8,2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.Featured Review: Parent says For the first time since my son began his educational career, he is truly excited to go to school. Emphasis is, of course, placed on doing well academically but, more importantly, working well in....Read 2 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 152,Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
- #42 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkM.S. 255 - Salk School of ScienceNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY·6-8·Rating 4.77 out of 5 13 reviewsMiddle School Student: My experience at Salk has been an amazing one since sixth grade! The teachers are very kind and supportive and are always there for you. The academics are rigorous, and the humanities and arts curriculum are by far the most challenging. Surprisingly, for a small school, there are electives such as film, and our school community is very tight-knit. Go Salkies!... Read 13 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 364Student-teacher ratio 15:1#42 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.M.S. 255 - Salk School of ScienceNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY,6-8,13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.Featured Review: Middle School Student says My experience at Salk has been an amazing one since sixth grade! The teachers are very kind and supportive and are always there for you. The academics are rigorous, and the humanities and arts....Read 13 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 364,Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
- #43 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkThe Anderson SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 3, NY·K-8·Rating 4.88 out of 5 8 reviewsParent: In 10 years at this excellent school, teachers administration and fellow parents have found many positive ways of engaging us to the benefit of our kids and of a strong community. This school is exemplary and the fantastic work of its teachers and administrators deserves acknowledgement. I hope many more kids and their families in the future will be able to be part of this school.... Read 8 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 507Student-teacher ratio 18:1#43 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.The Anderson SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 3, NY,K-8,8 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars.Featured Review: Parent says In 10 years at this excellent school, teachers administration and fellow parents have found many positive ways of engaging us to the benefit of our kids and of a strong community. This school is....Read 8 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 507,Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
- #44 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkJ.H.S. 67 - Louis PasteurNew York City Geographic District No. 26, NY·6-8·Rating 4.18 out of 5 11 reviewsSenior: I'm currently a senior at J.H.S. 67 (Louis Pasteur) and I really love going to this school. In 7th or 8th grade regents classes the academics are rigorous. I'm so glad that I get to graduate this year because it is the 67th anniversary and we are number 1 in ELA and math proficiency in District 26. Getting into 7th grade regents class is difficult because of the competitive averages of 6th grade. Most people join regents classes in 8th grade based on their averages from 7th grade and it's really helpful to get a headstart for high school. However, in 6th and 7th grade for me, honestly, the academics weren't helpful at all and it was like repeating the same curriculums but slightly made more difficult and the teachers were super chill as in barely gave any work and tests/quizzes were extremely easy. Making friends was/is a huge part of my middle school life and there are always some people you don't want to be involved with and some you do.... Read 11 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 926Student-teacher ratio 15:1#44 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.J.H.S. 67 - Louis PasteurNew York City Geographic District No. 26, NY,6-8,11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.Featured Review: Senior says I'm currently a senior at J.H.S. 67 (Louis Pasteur) and I really love going to this school. In 7th or 8th grade regents classes the academics are rigorous. I'm so glad that I get to graduate this....Read 11 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 926,Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
- #45 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkNYC Lab Middle School for Collaborative StudiesNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY·6-8·Rating 3.95 out of 5 22 reviewsMiddle school student: I’m currently an 8th grader at Lab MS (class of ‘24) and I have LOVED my experience at this school. 1) TeachersThe majority of the teachers at Lab are kind, thoughtful people who want their students to learn, even if they can’t always help them as much as they’d like. Most students develop bonds with their teachers, many coming back to visit after they have graduated to reconnect with them. The teachers, especially in the Humanities department, are really knowledgeable about their subject and give engaging lessons.2) AcademicsLab MS is historically known for being rigorous, which it is. I have received a great education here and I’m so glad that I was able to take 2 Regents classes this year (Living Environment and Algebra I) which will prepare me for Bronx Science. 3) StudentsI have found that most of the kids here are accepting and kind, allowing everyone to “find their people”. Overall, Lab is much better than Clinton which has such a cliquey culture. GO HERE!!!... Read 22 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 519Student-teacher ratio 12:1#45 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.NYC Lab Middle School for Collaborative StudiesNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY,6-8,22 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.Featured Review: Middle school student says I’m currently an 8th grader at Lab MS (class of ‘24) and I have LOVED my experience at this school. 1) TeachersThe majority of the teachers at Lab are kind, thoughtful people who want their students to learn, even if they can’t always help them as much as they’d like. Most students develop bonds with their...2) AcademicsLab MS is historically known for being rigorous, which it is. I have received a great education here and I’m so glad that I was able to take 2 Regents classes this year (Living Environment and...3) StudentsI have found that most of the kids here are accepting and kind, allowing everyone to “find their people”. Overall, Lab is much better than Clinton which has such a cliquey culture. GO HERE!!!.Read 22 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 519,Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
- #46 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkSuccess Academy Charter School - Harlem 1 and Middle/High SchoolNew York, NY·Public School·K-12·Rating 3.75 out of 5 24 reviewsSenior: The best part about the school is all the free opportunities, I never had to worry about paying for my education. I received free college and SAT prep. I attended paid pre summer college, I attended dual enrollment paid by the school. The budget for prom is $30k. There are loads of more resources. However the lack of teachers is concerning, they quit. I had 5 teachers quit in 1 school year, and it happens every year with no solution.... Read 24 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 1,574Student-teacher ratio —#46 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Success Academy Charter School - Harlem 1 and Middle/High SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,NEW YORK, NY,K-12,24 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.Featured Review: Senior says The best part about the school is all the free opportunities, I never had to worry about paying for my education. I received free college and SAT prep. I attended paid pre summer college, I attended....Read 24 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 1,574,
- #47 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkJ.H.S. 54 - Booker T. WashingtonNew York City Geographic District No. 3, NY·6-8·Rating 4.15 out of 5 13 reviewsParent: Well run school, due to it’s principal. Homework is not overwhelming, enough to prepare kids for challenging high schools.... Read 13 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 724Student-teacher ratio 14:1#47 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.J.H.S. 54 - Booker T. WashingtonNew York City Geographic District No. 3, NY,6-8,13 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.Featured Review: Parent says Well run school, due to it’s principal. Homework is not overwhelming, enough to prepare kids for challenging high schools..Read 13 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 724,Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
- #48 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkEast Side Middle SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY·6-8·Rating 4.22 out of 5 9 reviewsParent: ESMS is a supportive place for parents and students and is academically challenging. With a wonderful reputation, the school remains a top choice for middle school in District 2, Manhattan. The PTA is a committed group of parents who put in the time to ensure plenty of great activities and raises funds to support them. The now retired Principal was a wonderful resource and committed administrator. Assistant Principal is wonderful and engaged. Some sport coaches allow too much aggression from the kids in competition. The current lottery system for high school from the NYC DOE seems to put ESMS at a disadvantage with access to top high schools due to harder academics and grading, unfortunately. This should be changed so that more ESMS children, who excel at the state test level, have access to top education after middle school.... Read 9 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 421Student-teacher ratio 13:1#48 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.East Side Middle SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY,6-8,9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.Featured Review: Parent says ESMS is a supportive place for parents and students and is academically challenging. With a wonderful reputation, the school remains a top choice for middle school in District 2, Manhattan. The PTA....Read 9 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 421,Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
- #50 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkKIPP Infinity Charter SchoolNew York, NY·Public School·K-12·Rating 4.57 out of 5 14 reviewsSenior: The best part of Kipp Infinity is the community. Everyone is able to build a relationship with their teachers and receive the support they need from the staff. Not to mention we're all able to find friends and continue to build relationships throughout the years especially in high school.... Read 14 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 1,807Student-teacher ratio 12:1#50 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.KIPP Infinity Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,NEW YORK, NY,K-12,14 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.Featured Review: Senior says The best part of Kipp Infinity is the community. Everyone is able to build a relationship with their teachers and receive the support they need from the staff. Not to mention we're all able to find....Read 14 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 1,807,Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
- #52 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkKIPP AMP Charter SchoolBrooklyn, NY·Public School·K-9·Rating 3.1 out of 5 10 reviewsParent: 4 years in the roll we started with my daughter and now with my son up’s and downs but we continue forward.... Read 10 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 871Student-teacher ratio 13:1#52 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.KIPP AMP Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Public School,BROOKLYN, NY,K-9,10 Niche users give it an average review of 3.1 stars.Featured Review: Parent says 4 years in the roll we started with my daughter and now with my son up’s and downs but we continue forward..Read 10 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 871,Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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- #57 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkM.S. 158 - Marie CurieNew York City Geographic District No. 26, NY·6-8·Rating 3 out of 5 10 reviewsMiddle School Student: In Ms.158, it is the best middle school for someone who wants to learn and study the ARTS. The Band, Dance, Art, and Chorus sections are the best.... Read 10 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 757Student-teacher ratio 13:1#57 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.M.S. 158 - Marie CurieNew York City Geographic District No. 26, NY,6-8,10 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.Featured Review: Middle School Student says In Ms.158, it is the best middle school for someone who wants to learn and study the ARTS. The Band, Dance, Art, and Chorus sections are the best..Read 10 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 757,Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
- #58 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkThe Clinton SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY·6-12·Rating 3.56 out of 5 34 reviewsSenior: I believe that The Clinton School offers an incredible education for college readiness. The IB program challenges students and encourages them to think deeply. There was often much discourse between staff and parents. The program is not meant for everyone however it is a great education. The sports at Clinton are quite new however they are recently doing very well especially the soccer and basketball teams. Clinton offers many different student run clubs, there is always something that fits your interests to join. Overall The Clinton School offers a balanced education with immense clubs and great sports teams.... Read 34 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 786Student-teacher ratio 12:1#58 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.The Clinton SchoolNew York City Geographic District No. 2, NY,6-12,34 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.Featured Review: Senior says I believe that The Clinton School offers an incredible education for college readiness. The IB program challenges students and encourages them to think deeply. There was often much discourse between....Read 34 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 786,Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
- #59 Best Public Middle Schools in New YorkScholars' AcademyNew York City Geographic District No. 27, NY·6-12·Rating 4.02 out of 5 330 reviewsParent: My Daughter attended The Scholars Academy 6-12 grade and she is graduating next week. This school has prepared her for college every step of the way. She was accepted to every school she applied to with many Merit Scholarships. Through the years she has been in Band, Theatre, Art, Stunt and many clubs. Her time there was enjoyable and hardworking. I am A Scholar proud parent. GO SEAWOLVES!!... Read 330 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 1,183Student-teacher ratio 16:1#59 Best Public Middle Schools in New York.Scholars' AcademyNew York City Geographic District No. 27, NY,6-12,330 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.Featured Review: Parent says My Daughter attended The Scholars Academy 6-12 grade and she is graduating next week. This school has prepared her for college every step of the way. She was accepted to every school she applied to....Read 330 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 1,183,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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