Located at 75 Morton Street in New York City, Middle School 297 has a diverse student body. This school was the result of a decade-long journey by parents and community leaders to pressure city and state officials to provide a much needed middle school in the Village area.
Officially founded in 2017, Middle School 297 values curiosity, hands-on projects and group work. Students take part in labor union simulations and discuss real-world events as they occur. A highlight of the school is its strong social studies program that encourages students to explore topics deeply. Sixth grade students experience vocal music, chorus, drama, visual arts and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) electives and then choose one to focus on in seventh and eighth grades. All sports take place after school.
The Middle School building on Morton Street has a cafeteria, a library and a “gymnatorium” (combined gym and auditorium). It highlights three science labs, multiple reading resource rooms and many more fascinating features.
A goal of the middle school is that every student inquires, questions, creates and evolves as a part of this community to achieve success in high school and beyond.
Manhattan Youth offers free after school activities for enrolled students every school day and assembles programs that support the culture and curriculum of the school.
Manhattan Youth also provides a complete extracurricular program including interscholastic sports teams, school plays, STEM, literacy and arts enrichment activities in addition to daily homework support.
Middle School 297
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-7
75 Morton St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 2
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
33
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
10%
State Average
13%
Math
41%
State Average
20%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
413:1
Student Diversity
Male
52%
Female
48%
Economically disadvantaged
75%
Hispanic
57.1%
Male
52%
Female
48%
Limited English proficient
38.9%
White
21.3%
Black
10.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.1%
Two or more races
3%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/25/2025
My child just graduated 8th grade. It's been a great 3 years— the teachers are very supportive, the community is wonderful, the afterschool program has allowed them to try many different sports and activities. It's a great neighborhood school. The kids are supportive but also challenge each other academically and in sports. It's a great district 2 middle school
6/24/2025
2024-2025 school year at 75 Morton was a complete success for our 6th grader, now an honor student thanks to teachers and staff. As a parent, what else could I ask from a school besides positively challenging our kids, promoting an environment of inclusivity and parent-teacher engagement, and a child who feels at home while he learns?! 75 encompasses all of the aforementioned.
11/25/2020
In March 2020, when we were all shocked by the covid crisis, this school was on top of everything. Fast decision making even before the DOE. and payed attention to the students and families to communicated well. All the teachers there were so helpful and got to know my daughter really well. Especially Principal Jacqui, she is outstanding. She lead this new school so well.
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Average Home Value
$2,575,511
Median Lot Size
653 Sq Ft
% Renters
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Average Household Income
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84.2%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
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% Commercial Property
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Middle School 297 is a public school for students in grades 6-7 in New York, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 2 in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 609 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Middle School 297 has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $2,575,511. Discover additional schools in the area, like Landmark High School, N.Y.C. Lab School for Collaborative Studies, New York City Museum School, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Middle School 297.