Best High Schools in District 1
The top high schools in District 1, ranked by overall rating. New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School leads with 99/100, followed by School for Global Leaders and East Side Community School. 12 high schools in District 1 in total.
The ranking
1
New Explorations Into Science, Technology And Math High School111 COLUMBIA STREET
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
99/100
2
School For Global Leaders145 Stanton Street
6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
54/100
3
East Side Community School420 East 12 Street
6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
52/100
4
Orchard Collegiate Academy220 HENRY STREET
9–12 High School
4/100
5
Forsyth Satellite Academy198 Forsyth Street
9–12 High School
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6
Lower East Side Preparatory High School145 Stanton Street
9–12 High School
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7
Manhattan School For Career Development113 East 4 Street
6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
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8
Boys Club (ALC)287 EAST 10TH STREET
6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
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9
University Neighborhood High School200 Monroe Street
9–12 High School
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10
Thompkins Park (ALC)287 EAST 10TH STREET
6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
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11
Bard High School Early College525 EAST HOUSTON STREET
9–12 High School
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12
Cascades High School198 Forsyth Street
9–12 High School
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best high school in District 1?
- New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School ranks highest by overall rating (99/100), ahead of School for Global Leaders. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many high schools are in District 1?
- There are 12 high schools in District 1.
- How are these schools ranked?
- By overall rating — the NYC DOE quality composite (on a /100 scale). Run a Smart Match to weigh academics, diversity, programs, commute, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.
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