Best Elementary Schools in Morningside Heights
The top elementary schools in Morningside Heights, 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. P.S. 125 Ralph Bunche leads with 79/100, followed by KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School and P.S. 036 Margaret Douglas. 6 elementary schools in Morningside Heights in total.
The ranking
1
P.S. 125 Ralph Bunche425 West 123 Street
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
2
KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School625 West 133 Street
- K–5 Elementary
- 6–8 Middle School
3
P.S. 036 Margaret Douglas123 Morningside Drive
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
4
Not ratedBank Street College Of Education610 WEST 112 STREET
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
5
Not ratedCathedral School1047 AMSTERDAM AVENUE
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
6
Not ratedSt Hilda'S & St Hugh'S School619 WEST 114 STREET
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best elementary school in Morningside Heights?
- P.S. 125 Ralph Bunche ranks highest by our overall rating (79/100), ahead of KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
- How many elementary schools are in Morningside Heights?
- There are 6 elementary schools in Morningside Heights.
- 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.
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