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Middle School Admissions Updates for 5th Graders (2025-2026)

Updated November 16, 2025

Applying to Middle School Next Year?

Below are the key dates for families applying during the 2025-2026 school year for admission to the 2026-2027 school year.

Wednesday, October 15, 2025: Middle School Application Opens
Monday, November 3, 2025: Deadline to register to test for Mark Twain I.S. 239 (21K239) and District 21 Talent Tests
Friday, December 12, 2025: Middle School Application Closes
Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Middle School Offer Release

Please note these dates are subject to change. You can sign up to receive updates through NYCSA.

Go to the NYCPS website for more details about middle school applications.

Families can set up an account on the MySchools middle school portal. Once you set up an account you will be able to browse before the application process opens.

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Hello 5^th Grade Parents,

Middle school admissions – you have time… but don’t let it get away from you!

Have you….

Looked at the DOE middle school site?
Filled out the family income lunch form? (This information is considered when schools are following the Diversity in Admissions protocol)
Checked your child’s NYC Schools Account and made sure your address is correct on all DOE records, the online system, Blue Cards, and the Teacher lists? Your child’s legal address determines where your child is eligible to apply.
Begun to look at school websites that might be a good match for your child?
Made an appointment to talk to Dorothy?
Created an account on the MySchools middle school portal?

Your child is eligible to apply to schools in District One, their district of residence, and city-wide schools. If you are interested in charter schools, private schools, etc. you should reach out to them directly.

The application will be online and will be pre-populated with your child’s information.