East Side Middle School

East Side Middle School is a middle school in New York, NY. Serving grades 6 through 8, the school is part of Community School District 2 and operates as a school of choice through the district admissions lottery.

The school's academic program focuses on a rigorous study of mathematics, including Algebra I Regents in 8th grade, as well as earth, life, and physical science, Spanish, and humanities. The curriculum includes history, social studies, and various forms of literature and writing. To support diverse learners, special education and general education teachers collaborate on an enhanced, unified academic program. Students have access to extra help sessions with teachers during or before the school day.

Beyond core academics, the school provides dance and visual arts programming, along with a physical education and fitness program that includes team sports. Students participate in weekly elective periods with options ranging from knitting and ukulele to wiffle ball. The school also prioritizes mental health and emotional well-being through courses in emotional literacy, resilience, anti-bullying, and anti-bias. Social-emotional learning is further supported by Bailey, a NYC certified therapy dog who assists with individualized learning and crisis intervention protocols.

Student leadership and community engagement are central to the school environment. Opportunities for involvement include the Student Council, which manages anti-hunger and mental health campaigns, and The Tiger Times, a student-run virtual monthly newspaper. Other student-led groups include the Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and the Helping Homeless Women Committee.

East Side Middle School provides a community-focused educational environment for students in grades 6-8 in New York.

East Side Middle School sits on E 91st St, just a tenth of a mile from 2nd Avenue and within a short walk of Ruppert Park. The Yorkville Finance Station Post Office is located about a fifth of a mile away.

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• Admissions Process
• After-School Programs
• Middle School Education
• Parent-Teacher Association Support
• Student Life Activities