LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 383 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 31 teachers, LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (LMC), located at 26 Broadway in the Financial District, is a dynamic public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. Known for its emphasis on project-based learning and a rigorous academic curriculum, the school fosters an environment that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and social responsibility. LMC is frequently recognized for its diverse student body and its commitment to integrating the rich historical and cultural resources of Lower Manhattan into the daily educational experience.
Beyond academics, LMC places a strong priority on social-emotional development, utilizing an advisory program to ensure each student feels supported and connected to the school community. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including arts, technology, and athletics, which allow students to explore their personal interests outside of the classroom. By maintaining a culture of mutual respect and high expectations, LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to prepare its students not only for the challenges of high school but for success as engaged, thoughtful citizens in a global society.
For more information, contact LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (646) 826-8100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10004
(646) 826-8100
http://www.lmc896.org
LOWER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 383 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
- Total Students:
- 383
- Teachers:
- 31
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 383 students
- Asian
- 42.3%
- White
- 27.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.2%
- Black or African American
- 11.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 52.7%
- Male
- 47.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.