Best Middle Schools in Upper West Side (Central)
The top middle schools in Upper West Side (Central), ranked by overall rating. The Anderson School leads with 98/100, followed by M.S. 243 Center School and M.S. M245 The Computer School. 11 middle schools in Upper West Side (Central) in total.
The ranking
1
The Anderson School100 WEST 77 STREET
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
98/100
2
M.S. 243 Center School100 WEST 84 STREET
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
83/100
3
M.S. M245 The Computer School100 WEST 77 STREET
6–8 Middle School
80/100
4
Lafayette Academy154 WEST 93 STREET
6–8 Middle School
67/100
5
P.S. 333 Manhattan School For Children154 WEST 93 STREET
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
53/100
6
M.S. M247 Dual Language Middle School100 WEST 77 STREET
6–8 Middle School
44/100
7
Community Action School - Ms 258154 WEST 93 STREET
6–8 Middle School
32/100
8
M.S. 250 West Side Collaborative Middle School735 WEST END AVENUE
6–8 Middle School
20/100
9
P.S. M811 - Mickey Mantle School466 West End Avenue
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
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10
Smith School131 WEST 86 STREET
6–8 Middle School
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11
Ideal School Of Manhattan - Upper270 WEST 89 STREET
6–8 Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best middle school in Upper West Side (Central)?
- The Anderson School ranks highest by overall rating (98/100), ahead of M.S. 243 Center School. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many middle schools are in Upper West Side (Central)?
- There are 11 middle schools in Upper West Side (Central).
- 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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