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Pre-Kindergarten
Elementary Schools
The NYC Department of Education offers families the opportunity to apply to Universal Pre-kindergarten programs throughout the city.
Download the elementary school one-pager.
New York City has over 700 elementary schools, including 140 K-8 programs.
Download the elementary school one-pager.
Middle Schools
High Schools
Each school district in New York City provides a unique set of middle school options for students in grades 6-8.
Download the middle school one-pager.
The Citywide high school admissions process offers students the opportunity to apply to over 600 programs in 400 high schools.
Download the high school one-pager.
Gifted & Talented (G&T)
Charter Schools
Gifted and Talented programs are largely district-based and begin in kindergarten and first grade in every borough. There are five Citywide G&T schools, which accept students from all boroughs.
Download the elementary school one-pager.
Charter schools are publicly funded and open to all students in New York City through an admissions lottery. Visit the charter schools page for more information.
High School Alternatives
Adult and Continuing Education
If you are 21 or under, a NYC resident, and are behind in credits or have dropped out of high school, visit the High School Alternatives page; earning your high school diploma is not out of reach.
If you are over 21 and interested in continuing your education, visit this website to review your options.
New to New York City?
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View this page to learn more about enrolling as a new student in the New York City public schools.
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