Best Middle Schools in Lower East Side
The top middle schools in Lower East Side, ranked by our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School leads with 99/100, followed by School for Global Leaders and P.S. 140 Nathan Straus. 4 middle schools in Lower East Side in total.
The ranking
1
New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School111 COLUMBIA STREET
- K–5 Elementary
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
2
School for Global Leaders145 Stanton Street
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
3
P.S. 140 Nathan Straus123 RIDGE STREET
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
- 6–8 Middle School
4
Not ratedMarta Valle High School145 STANTON STREET
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
- 6–8 Middle School
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best middle school in Lower East Side?
- New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School ranks highest by our overall rating (99/100), ahead of School for Global Leaders. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
- How many middle schools are in Lower East Side?
- There are 4 middle schools in Lower East Side.
- How are these schools ranked?
- By our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. The Approaching / Meeting / Exceeding bands are our thresholds, not New York State levels. Smart Match (Motley Pro) weighs academics, diversity, programs, distance from home, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.
Which of these fits your child?
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