What is the best middle school in Washington Heights (South)?

The Mott Hall School ranks highest by our overall rating (63/100), ahead of KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.

How many middle schools are in Washington Heights (South)?

There are 10 middle schools in Washington Heights (South).

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.

Best Middle Schools in Washington Heights (South)

The top middle schools in Washington Heights (South), 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 Mott Hall School leads with 63/100, followed by KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School and School in the Square Public Charter School. 10 middle schools in Washington Heights (South) in total.

The ranking

The Mott Hall School401 WEST 164 STREET

6–8 Middle School

KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School21 JUMEL PLACE

K–5 Elementary
6–8 Middle School

School in the Square Public Charter School120 WADSWORTH AVENUE

Pre-K / 3-K
K–5 Elementary
6–8 Middle School
9–12 High School

WHIN Music Community Charter School528 West 162 Street

K–5 Elementary
6–8 Middle School

Harbor Heights306 FORT WASHINGTON AVENUE

6–8 Middle School

M.S. 319 - Maria Teresa21 JUMEL PLACE

6–8 Middle School

M.S. 324 - Patria Mirabal21 JUMEL PLACE

6–8 Middle School

P.S./I.S. 173 Fort Washington School in the Heights306 FORT WASHINGTON AVENUE

Pre-K / 3-K
K–5 Elementary
6–8 Middle School

Community Math & Science Prep401 WEST 164 STREET

6–8 Middle School

Community Health Academy of the Heights504 West 158 Street

6–8 Middle School
9–12 High School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best middle school in Washington Heights (South)?: The Mott Hall School ranks highest by our overall rating (63/100), ahead of KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
How many middle schools are in Washington Heights (South)?: There are 10 middle schools in Washington Heights (South).
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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