MS 297

MS 297 serves 322 students in grades 6-8 in Manhattan's vibrant Greenwich Village area at 75 Morton Street. This middle school maintains an impressive 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an 8.2 out of 10 rating and ranking #345 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 93rd percentile.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 82% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Math performance shows room for growth, with 52% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. MS 297 draws from a diverse neighborhood where 61% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income is $99,641.

The area reflects New York City's characteristic economic diversity, with a poverty rate of 20.6% alongside a median home value of $886,400. Located in one of Manhattan's most culturally rich neighborhoods, MS 297 sits amid the historic streets of Greenwich Village, where students have access to the educational and cultural resources of one of the world's great cities.