Sharing the William O’Shea Campus with several other coed public schools, MS 247 Dual Language Middle School, also known as DLMS, offers an English-Spanish immersion curriculum to around 230 students in grades six through eight. Its distinctive white brick building on West 77th Street was erected in 1957.
With more than 20 full-time teaching positions, the school has an impressive student-teacher ratio of less than 10-to-one. DLMS offers a project-directed, theme-based curriculum, with a heavy concentration in the language arts.
In addition to core academic classes in math, history, literature, and science, all students take three years of Spanish, visual arts, physical education and dance, with at least two public dance performances per year.
For advanced study there are accelerated classes in algebra, Spanish and living environment. A full menu of electives enhances the basic learning experience, including art, book club, coding, computer science, creative writing, debate and STEM.
Students at DLMS are very active in extracurricular activities, among them clubs devoted to fitness, running, yoga, leadership, service learning, a spelling bee, student council, a talent show, technology, visual arts and the yearbook. School sports include basketball and volleyball.
Mentors from such entities as Salesforce and the National Basketball Association visit DLMS to support students and share experiences. Also available is an annual overnight trip to Camp Manice in the Berkshires, as well as campus visits to New York University and Fordham.
MS 247 Dual Language Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
100 W 77th St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 3
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Caitlin Caldwell
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Niche Grade
B+
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
19%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
19%
State Average
20%
Math
27%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
217:1
Student Diversity
Female
53.8%
Male
46.2%
Hispanic
91%
White
6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Black
1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/26/2023
I've only have a couple months a this school but it doesn't take a genius to know this school is good. We do a lo of activities and the diversity is the best part because of this I want to stay another 2 years.
GreatSchools Reviews
1/13/2015
Dual language is one of the best middle schools in the city. they are strict but fair. The teachers really do care. My son has been to four schools in the last 2 years. Dual Language was the best one. It is tough at first, but really does prepare child for a good high school. check out there ranking...
3/6/2011
According to the Dept of Education's 2009-2010 NYC School Survey, MS 247 has nearly 80% new teachers who have been teaching only 1-3 years. Almost 25% less than one year! Same principal has been at this school since 2003 and has had little success keeping good, experienced staff. When you chase that...
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$1,788,992
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MS 247 Dual Language Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in New York, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 3 in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 204 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. MS 247 Dual Language Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,788,992. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, High School of Arts and Technology, Manhattan/Hunter Science High School, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near MS 247 Dual Language Middle School.