New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School (NEST+m) (01M539)

111 Columbia Street, Manhattan, NY 10002, Manhattan
Phone: 212-677-5190
Email: admissions@nestmk12.net
Hours: 8:20am - 2:40pm
Principal: Meaghan Lynch
School Website: https://nestmk12.net/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/01M539/
Quality Snapshot: View snapshot
Subway: F, J, M, Z to Essex St
Bus: B39, M14A-SBS, M14D-SBS, M21, M22, M8, M9
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About

NEST+m is a Citywide G&T K-12 school. Our academically rigorous program has made us one of the finest schools in the city. We are committed to developing each student's capacity for academic and intellectual achievement through individual and collaborative learning. We provide a range of services for students with disabilities including a full-inclusion program. NEST+m students blossom into practitioners: scientists, mathematicians, engineers, writers, historians, musicians, painters, linguists & artists. NEST+m students develop the academic mindsets and metacognitive skills necessary for long-term learning. Multiple opportunities exist for student internships and exploration in the Sciences & Arts.

School Budget: View financial budget

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 87%

Other Features: College Trips, Community Service Expected, Diversity in Admissions, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 3+ GE Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Summer Internships

School Features:

  • Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority to applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch for 66% of seats for new students. Please note: this school's Diversity in Admissions priority only applies to seats for non-continuing students.
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Physics (Advanced Science), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
Arts, Science
Boys PSAL Sports
Basketball, Fencing, Indoor Track, Soccer
Girls PSAL Sports
Badminton, Basketball, Fencing, Indoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Table Tennis, Volleyball
PSAL Website
View PSAL schedule, standings, & history
Other Sports
Badminton, Cheerleading, Dance, Skateboarding, Step, Table Tennis, Yoga
Clubs
A Capella Project, Advertising & Marketing Club, Anime Club, Art Club, Asian Culture Club, Black Student Union (BSU), Blog & Podcast Club, Coding Club, Debate Club, Fashion Club, Feminism Club, Film Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Genealogy Club, Improv Troupe, Investment Club, Jazz Combo Club, Jewish Student Union, Key Club, Latino & Hispanic Student Union (LHSU), Literary Magazine Club, Math Team, Mediterranean Culture Club, Model UN, Muslim Student Association (MSA), National Honor Society (NHS), Nature Club, Next Generation Politics, Peer Leaders Club, Red Cross Club, Robotics Club, School Newspaper, Science Olympiad Team Science Research Club, Student Government, Tabletop Gaming Club, Tech Crew, WE Club, Yearbook
Art Disciplines
Music, Theatre, Visual Arts
Art Performances
Dance Performances (7 per year), Films (4 per year), Theatre Performances (2 per year)
Programs
New Explorations into Science Technology and Math(M29A)
Science & Math

At NEST+m, intellectualism, inclusivity, collaboration and exploration within and beyond our school community enable our students to lead lives filled with learning, discovery and purpose. We provide a range of services for students with disabilities including a full-inclusion program. NEST+m students blossom into practitioners: scientists, mathematicians, engineers, artists, writers, historians, musicians, painters, and linguists who approach their studies with passion and purpose. For more information about how to complete this program's application requirements, please visit https://nestmk12.net/admissions/upper-grade-admissions .

Method:
Screened With Assessment
  • Average Course Grades - 50%
  • Online Admissions Activity - 50%
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on a school-based assessment, and in some cases also their course grades.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch will be considered first for 66% of seats. For the remaining 34% of seats, all students will be considered.
  • Please note: this school's Diversity in Admissions priority only applies to seats for non-continuing students.
Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2023-24
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
583
620
611
    Grade 12 Students
155
193
150
    Grade 11 Students
119
156
196
    Grade 10 Students
158
122
161
    Grade 9 Students
151
149
104
Avg. Class Size
29.5
29.2
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
0 / 41 / 2
0 / 37 / 9
0 / 15 / 4
Attendance %
94%
94%
Graduation %
100%
99%
99%
College %
83%
77%
89%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
3,743 (2,047) / 150
289
3,347 (1,842) / 150
278
3,342 / 1508
294
New Explorations into Science Technology and Math (M29A)
GE applicants/seats:
  DIA seats:
SWD applicants/seats:
  DIA seats:
1,969 / 118 (16.69)
77
78 / 32 (2.44)
21
Offers
1,757 / 118 (14.89)
77
95 / 32 (2.97)
?
Offers - Waitlist
1,817 / 116 (15.66)
76
81 / 34 (2.38)
?
Offers
Survey Summary & Data (2023-24)
Student Responses
Academic Rigor 
  83.71%
Academic Engagement 
  69.46%
Safety 
  86.88%
Bully Prevention 
  76.50%
Inclusivity 
  86.80%
Mental Support 
  71.67%
Environment 
  70.00%
Post-School Support 
  87.00%
Teacher Responses
Academic Rigor 
  81.00%
School Satisfaction 
  91.50%
Student Behavior 
  82.20%
Student Support 
  92.00%
School Leadership 
  85.54%
Instructional Clarity 
  88.00%
Instructional Development 
  89.16%
Post-School Support 
  96.67%
Family Responses
Education 
  90.78%
Teacher Support 
  91.71%
Safety 
  97.00%
School Community 
  76.22%
School Leadership 
  94.00%
Post-School Support 
  96.00%
IEP Support 
  81.67%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2022-23)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  99.50%
CC Regents
  82
Non-CC Regents
  78
Impact Score
  0.7
Performance Score
  0.85
College Aptitude
CCPC Index
  99.50%
ACT English
  28.8
ACT Math
  25.9
ACT Reading
  29.4
ACT Science
  26.1
SAT Math
  623
SAT R/W
  634
Postsecondary
2-Year College 2.00%
4-Year College 80.70%
Unknown 17.30%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2023-24)
Student Population:
Male 49.20%
Female 50.80%
English Language Learners:
  0.60%
Students with Disabilities:
  12.60%
Economic Need Index: 
  27.90%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 38.10%
Black 4.60%
Hispanic 10.20%
White 36.00%
Other 11.10%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Asian 17.50%
Black 6.20%
Hispanic 7.20%
White 64.90%
Other 4.20%
IEP Statistics (2022-23)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  18.50%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  13.10%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  81.00%
Has some programs
  19.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  96.00%
Has some services
  0.00%
Has no services
  4.00%
IEP Student Performance
IEP Movement
2.19
Regents English
  79
Regents US Hist.
  68
4-Year Grad. Rate
  97.1
IEP Support 
  81.67%
Special Education Programs & Services (2023-24)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services135 (96%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
SETSS28 (97%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
Special Class0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services101 (94%)N/A (N/A)7 (6%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy>5 (94%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (6%)
Physical Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (96%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (4%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School17 (57%)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned13 (43%)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

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