U.S. Department of Education Honors 21 New York Schools as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools

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September 24, 2024

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U.S. Department of Education Honors 21 New York Schools as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools

The U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) announced the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools, Commissioner Betty A. Rosa announced today. Twenty-one New York schools have achieved this honor and recognition.

Board of Regents Chancellor Lester W. Young, Jr. said, “On behalf of the Board of Regents, I would like to congratulate the 21 ɫ��ɫ elementary, middle, and high schools that were named 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools. The students, faculty, and families served by these schools should be incredibly proud of their success and well-deserved recognition. I am confident that each of these amazing schools will continue to excel and to serve as models for others to emulate.”

ɫ��ɫ Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa said, “The National Blue Ribbon School recognition celebrates schools that demonstrate a commitment to excellence and highlights the critical need to expand access to high-quality educational opportunities, which significantly improves student outcomes. By inspiring and empowering students while fostering a passion for learning, these schools serve as shining examples for all educational institutions throughout ɫ��ɫ.”

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21 New York Schools Named 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools

The U.S. Department of Education today recognized 356 schools as the 2024 cohort of the , including 21 schools in New York. This prestigious recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. ��

The New York schools named as National Blue Ribbon Schools were:��

New York – Bayside – PS 130 Elementary School, New York City Geographic District #25.��
New York – Bronx – Fordham High School for the Arts, New York City Geographic District #10.��
New York – Bronx – Icahn Charter School 4, Icahn Charter School 4.��
New York – Bronx – Icahn Charter School 6, Icahn Charter School 6.��
New York – Brooklyn – A. Fantis School of Saints Constantine & Helen Cathedral, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.��
New York – Brooklyn – Brooklyn School of Inquiry, New York City Geographic District #20 - Brooklyn.��
New York – Buffalo – City Honors School at Fosdick-Masten Park, Buffalo City School District.��
New York – Great Neck – Lakeville Elementary School, Great Neck Union Free School District.��
New York – Little Neck – Louis Pasteur Middle School 67Q, New York City Geographic District #26.��
New York – Manhattan – Saint Ignatius Loyola School, Archdiocese of New York.��
New York – New York – MS 255 Salk School of Science, New York City Geographic District # 2 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – New York City Lab Middle School for Collaborative Studies, New York City Geographic District # 2 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – PS 124 Yung Wing School, New York City Geographic District # 2 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – PS 150, New York City Geographic District # 2 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of Arts and Technology, New York City Geographic District # 3 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – PS 184 Shuang Wen, New York City Geographic District # 1 - Manhattan.��
New York – New York – PS 77 Lower Lab School, District 2.��
New York – Rye Brook – Blind Brook High School, Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District.��
New York – Scarsdale – Scarsdale High School, Scarsdale Union Free School District.��
New York – Staten Island – PS 35 The Clove Valley School, NYC GEOG DIST #31 - SI.��
New York – Syosset – South Grove Elementary School, Syosset Central School District.��

“The National Blue Ribbon Schools Award is a testament to the exceptional achievements of students and educators at each of these schools,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “The 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools are raising the bar for our nation’s students, serving as models for effective teaching and intentional collaboration in their schools and communities. As we celebrate their achievements, let us look to these schools for inspiration as we champion education as the foundation of a brighter future for every child.” 

The 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools reflect the full diversity of American education and serve students from all backgrounds. While awardees represent a wide array of schools, they share common traits. National Blue Ribbon Schools are led by leaders who articulate a clear vision of instructional excellence and uphold high standards. They showcase effective teaching methods and offer robust professional development for their staff. Data-driven instruction is a hallmark, and there is a concerted effort to ensure every student succeeds. Collaboration among families, communities, and educators is a key component of their success. 

A National Blue Ribbon School award flag displayed in a school’s entryway or on a flagpole is a widely recognized emblem of exceptional teaching and learning. These schools serve as models of effective and innovative practices for educators across the nation. 

The Department recognizes all schools based on student performance data including assessment results, student subgroup performance and graduation rates. Schools are recognized in both or either of two performance categories: ��

Exemplary High Performing Schools: These schools are among the top performers in their state as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests. ��
Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools: These schools excel in narrowing achievement gaps between different student groups and the overall student body. ��

Each nominated school submits a comprehensive application detailing its school culture, programs, assessments, instructional practices, professional development, leadership, family, and community involvement.  ��

Up to 420 schools may be nominated each year. The Department invites nominations for the National Blue Ribbon Schools award from the top education official in all states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, the Department of Defense Education Activity, and the Bureau of Indian Education. Private schools are nominated by the Council for American Private Education.  ��

NOTE TO EDITORS: Photographs and brief descriptions of the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools are available on the .