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#164 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

East Side Middle School

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

331 E 91ST ST, New York, NY 10128

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#164 of 4,742

In New York

#10 of 346

public schools

In district

#7 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

Middle School in New York · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Side Middle School

East Side Middle School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. East Side Middle School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Side Middle School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+43.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency88% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

East Side Middle School — Students at East Side Middle School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 93.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 93.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2021*
Math
94.5%
ELA
98%
2022
Math
83.5%
ELA
92%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How East Side Middle School Compares

See how East Side Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

Location

331 E 91ST ST, New York, NY 10128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Side Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WINDWARD SCHOOL THE - NYC (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 527 EAST SIDE SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL ACTION New York 0.0 mi 7.9
YORKVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 8.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.3
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE - NYC New York 0.2 mi 6.7
JUDITH S KAYE SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.3 mi 7.3
ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTER SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 7.8
PS 198 ISADOR E IDA STRAUS New York 0.3 mi 8.2
PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.2
MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS New York 0.4 mi 5.8
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 New York 0.4 mi 8.2
INNOVATION CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.6
PS 290 MANHATTAN NEW SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.8
PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY New York 0.4 mi 3.8
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 6.4
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 6.3
CENTRAL PARK EAST II New York 0.5 mi 5.5
NYC AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York 0.5 mi 5.9
PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York 0.6 mi 2.7
THE CAEDMON SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 9.0
DALTON SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,705

Median Home Value

$1,295,600

Median Rent

$2,648/mo

Population

59,000

College Educated

77.5%

Homeownership

32.3%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.8
IRVINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Irvington, NY 8.8
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY 8.8
MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset, NY 8.8
MIDDLE VILLAGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Middle Village, NY 8.8
BELL ACADEMY Bayside, NY 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Side Middle School

What grades does East Side Middle School serve?

East Side Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Side Middle School?

East Side Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Side Middle School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Side Middle School rank in NY?

East Side Middle School ranks #164 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Side Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Side Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Side Middle School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Side Middle School a charter school?

No, East Side Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Side Middle School a Title I school?

No, East Side Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Side Middle School?

26.0% of students at East Side Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

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