Serving 313 students in grades 6-8, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School's student population of 313 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
31%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lower Manhattan Community Middle School's ranking?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is ranked #390 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lower Manhattan Community Middle School often compared to?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton School, I.s. 289, East Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
313 students attend Lower Manhattan Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Lower Manhattan Community Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lower Manhattan Community Middle School?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lower Manhattan Community Middle School offer ?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lower Manhattan Community Middle School part of?
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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