Best Middle Schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley
The top middle schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley, 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. J.H.S. 054 Booker T. Washington leads with 85/100, followed by Mott Hall II and West Prep Academy. 5 middle schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley in total.
The ranking
1
J.H.S. 054 Booker T. Washington104 West 108 Street
- 6–8 Middle School
2
Mott Hall II220 WEST 121 STREET
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
3
West Prep Academy220 West 108 Street
- 6–8 Middle School
4
Not ratedEdward A. Reynolds West Side High School140 WEST 102 STREET
- Pre-K / 3-K
- K–5 Elementary
- 6–8 Middle School
5
Not ratedYoung Women's Leadership School140 WEST 102 STREET
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best middle school in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley?
- J.H.S. 054 Booker T. Washington ranks highest by our overall rating (85/100), ahead of Mott Hall II. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
- How many middle schools are in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley?
- There are 5 middle schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley.
- 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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