MS 260 CLINTON SCHOOL WRITERS & ARTISTS

MS 260 CLINTON SCHOOL WRITERS & ARTISTS is a public secondary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 605 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 11th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, MS 260 CLINTON SCHOOL WRITERS & ARTISTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

MS 260, widely known as the **Clinton School for Writers and Artists**, is a highly regarded public middle school located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is noted for its rigorous academic environment and its specialized focus on integrating creative writing and the arts into a robust, challenging curriculum. As an NYC District 2 school, it maintains a strong reputation for high academic standards and a community-oriented approach to learning, often drawing families from across the district who value its emphasis on critical thinking and intellectual inquiry.

Beyond its academic core, Clinton is distinguished by its vibrant school culture that encourages self-expression and civic engagement. The school leverages its New York City location to provide students with diverse learning experiences, frequently utilizing the city as a classroom. Its identity as a "Writers and Artists" school means that students are regularly encouraged to find their unique voices through literary and visual mediums, fostering an atmosphere that is both nurturing and intellectually stimulating. Because of its popularity and focus on inquiry-based learning, it remains one of the most sought-after middle schools in the city.

For more information, contact MS 260 CLINTON SCHOOL WRITERS & ARTISTS at (212) 524-4360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.