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#163 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Nyc Museum School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

333 W 17TH ST, New York, NY 10011

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#163 of 4,742

In New York

#9 of 346

public schools

In district

#6 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

High School in New York · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Nyc Museum School

Nyc Museum School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Nyc Museum School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nyc Museum School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Nyc Museum School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency90% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation45.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism5.6%

Nyc Museum School — Students at Nyc Museum School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 93.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 94.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
87%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Nyc Museum School Compares

See how Nyc Museum School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
5
1 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
45.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
1 boys'·4 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

333 W 17TH ST, New York, NY 10011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nyc Museum School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES (rated 8.5/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL OF FASHION INDUSTRIES (THE) (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL OF LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 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
NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York 0.0 mi 8.5
NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York 0.0 mi 8.9
THE LORGE SCHOOL New York 0.0 mi 6.8
LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 6.4
HUMANITIES PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York 0.1 mi 7.4
JAMES BALDWIN SCHOOL-A SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LRNING New York 0.1 mi 6.9
MANHATTAN BUSINESS ACADEMY New York 0.1 mi 7.3
QUEST TO LEARN New York 0.1 mi 5.1
HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL OF LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.1 mi 7.6
CORLEARS SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.0
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY FOR NEWCOMERS New York 0.1 mi 5.6
PS 11 SARAH J GARNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 7.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 6.1
GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 5.9
KESWELL SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF FASHION INDUSTRIES (THE) New York 0.4 mi 7.7
PS 33 CHELSEA PREP New York 0.5 mi 7.6
AVENUES THE WORLD SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.7
PS 41 GREENWICH VILLAGE New York 0.5 mi 7.5
SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,571

Median Home Value

$1,165,800

Median Rent

$2,868/mo

Population

49,344

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

36%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nyc Museum School

What grades does Nyc Museum School serve?

Nyc Museum School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Nyc Museum School?

Nyc Museum School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nyc Museum School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nyc Museum School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nyc Museum School rank in NY?

Nyc Museum School ranks #163 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Nyc Museum School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nyc Museum 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 Nyc Museum School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nyc Museum School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Nyc Museum School a charter school?

No, Nyc Museum School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nyc Museum School a Title I school?

No, Nyc Museum School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nyc Museum School?

47.8% of students at Nyc Museum 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
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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