Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
29%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies is ranked #272 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies often compared to?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science, Clinton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies?
549 students attend Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies offer ?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies part of?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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