The New York City Lab School for Collaborative Studies is a secondary school in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City. It serves students in grades 6–12 and was described as one of the best schools in Manhattan in 2010 by the New York Post and CUNY.
Serving 538 students in grades 6-8, Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- 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 538 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Rankings
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 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 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
28%
39%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Alligator
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Nyc Lab Middle School For Collaborative Studies is ranked #71 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 Clinton School, Middle School 255 Salk School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
538 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, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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 (Supplemental virtual).
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.
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