Excellent
#166 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
26 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10004
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#166 of 4,742
In New York
#12 of 346
public schools
In district
#9 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is a public middle school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Lower Manhattan Community Middle School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lower Manhattan Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lower Manhattan Community Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lower Manhattan Community Middle School — Students at Lower Manhattan Community Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Compares
See how Lower Manhattan Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 BROADWAY, New York, NY 10004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lower Manhattan Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Manhattan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING New York | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOR YOUNG WOMEN New York | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS New York | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| THE LANG SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 150 New York | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PINE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| LEADERSHIP & PUBLIC SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE New York | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 94 New York | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI New York | 0.3 mi | — |
| THE TITUS SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SPRUCE STREET SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| PECK SLIP SCHOOL (THE) New York | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,592
Median Home Value
$1,866,400
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
3,875
College Educated
90.9%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.8 |
| EAST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.8 |
| IRVINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Irvington, NY | 8.8 |
| MIDDLE VILLAGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Middle Village, NY | 8.8 |
| YORKVILLE EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.8 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
What grades does Lower Manhattan Community Middle School serve?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lower Manhattan Community Middle School rank in NY?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School ranks #166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lower Manhattan Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lower Manhattan Community 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 Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lower Manhattan Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lower Manhattan Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
51.5% of students at Lower Manhattan Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (646) 826-8100
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #9 of 118
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