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Esperanza Preparatory Academy

District 4 · Manhattan · Grades 6 to 12 · 04M372

At a glance

Address
240 East 109 Street, Manhattan, NY 10029
Subway
6 to 110th St
Admissions
Open, Language Criteria, D75 Special Education Inclusive Services
Links
School websiteMySchools page

Details last checked against MySchools on October 15, 2026. Report a problem · Add a tour we missed

Tours and open houses

No dates are posted yet. Many schools post them in October and November.

Until then, check the school's own website or its MySchools page, or call the school and ask for the parent coordinator.

Admissions

For fall 2027 entry · from MySchools, checked October 15

  • Esperanza Preparatory Academy (M372L), M372L

    Open — Students are randomly selected

  • Spanish Dual Language Program (M372M), M372M

    Language Criteria — Students are ranked by the school based on English proficiency and/or home language. Offers are made in priority group and rank order. See program details for more information

  • Esperanza Preparatory Academy D75 Inclusion Program (M372E), M372E

    D75 Special Education Inclusive Services

    Open to students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services. If you are not currently in or recommended for these services, please contact D75info@schools.nyc.gov.

Clubs, arts and sports

Music
Exploring Music
Visual & performing arts
Art History, Choreographic Practices, Dance, Traditional and Studio Art
STEM
Coding, Computer Science, Science Club, Science Olympiad, STEM, Technology, Video Game Club
Sports & fitness
Basketball, Cheerleading, Physical Education, Soccer, Volleyball
Academics
Algebra I, Foreign Language, Homework Help, Living Environment, Middle School Algebra ACC, Middle School Biology ACC, Middle School Framework US History ACC, Saturday Academy, Saturday Academy, Spanish, Tutoring, US History, World Languages (Middle School)
Clubs & leadership
Leadership, Restorative Circles, Spelling Bee, Student Council, Student Council, Talent Show, Yearbook
Programs
Bilingual Special Education (BSE): Spanish, Community School, Field Trips, Free After School Program, Saturday Programs, Summer Session, Uniform

About the school

Esperanza Preparatory Magnet School's middle school program (Grades 6-8) lays the foundation for academic excellence by preparing students for the rigor of high school, college, and future careers. Guided by our Magnet themes of Early College, Exploration, and Leadership, students engage in a challenging curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and technology integration. Through personalized instruction, leadership opportunities, project-based learning, and enrichment programs, students develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed academically and personally. Beginning in middle school, students have the opportunity to accelerate their learning by taking high school-level coursework, earning high school credits, and sitting for New York State Regents examinations before entering ninth grade. This early exposure allows students to build a strong academic transcript, explore advanced learning opportunities, and position themselves for Advanced Placement (AP), College Now, and other Early College experiences in high school. By starting this pathway in the middle grades, Esperanza ensures students are well-prepared to maximize their high school experience, graduate with college credits, and confidently pursue college, careers, and leadership opportunities.

From MySchools.