Wagner Middle School

What Wagner Middle School does

Wagner Middle School (officially Robert F. Wagner Middle School, J.H.S. 167 / MS 167) is a zoned public middle school operated by the New York City Department of Education in District 2, located at 220 East 76th Street on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Founded in 1955 and serving grades 6-8, the school enrolls approximately 1,343 students drawn exclusively from its residential zone covering 59th to 96th Street between Central Park and the East River. The school is administered by Principal Jennifer Rehn Losquadro and four assistant principals assigned to each grade level, supported by a Parent Coordinator, deans, and dedicated business and payroll managers.

The school's core academic offering includes a standard NYC DOE curriculum supplemented by accelerated courses in American History, Algebra I, English Language Arts, and Living Environment, alongside an English as a New Language (ENL) program and the National Junior Honor Society (ARISTA). Extracurricular programming is a key differentiator: Wagner operates one of the largest music programs in NYC with approximately 500 students participating in band, chorus, and jazz band; a three-season athletics program spanning soccer, basketball, volleyball, rugby, wrestling, and track; and more than twenty after-school clubs including robotics, debate, drama, chess, and coding. The school's digital infrastructure integrates JumpRope (grade tracking), Operoo (communications and forms), Sora (digital library), Google Classroom (instruction), and the NYC Schools Account parent portal.

Wagner's revenue model is predominantly government-funded through the NYC DOE allocation tied to per-pupil funding formulas, with no tuition charged. Supplemental revenue is generated through voluntary donations (suggested at $1,000, processed via PayPal Giving Fund, Zelle, ACH, and checks), the WagnerWear Shopify merchandise store, and community fundraising events such as the Parents' Association Auction. The Parents' Association functions as the primary community fundraising vehicle, channeling donations into enrichment programming that supplements the DOE-funded base curriculum.

Name

Wagner Middle School

Legal name

Robert F. Wagner Middle School

Website

https://wagner167.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Wagner Middle School is a zoned NYC public middle school on Manhattan's Upper East Side serving approximately 1,343 students in grades 6-8, operated by the NYC Department of Education and known for its large music program and accelerated academics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Middle School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC)

Keywords

• Public middle school education
• K-8 academic programs
• After-school enrichment
• Music education programs
• College preparatory academics

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. NYC Department of Education Funding: Public school funded by the NYC DOE through taxpayer funding and government allocation.
2. Donations and Fundraising: The school accepts donations through PayPal, Zelle, ACH transfers, and checks. Suggested donation of $1,000. Funds support enrichment programs and services for the Wagner community.
3. WagnerWear Merchandise Sales: Online merchandise store selling Wagner Middle School branded apparel and items through Shopify.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Wagner Middle School is a zoned public middle school serving grades 6-8 in Manhattan's Upper East Side, providing tuition-free education to approximately 1,343 students residing within its designated zone. Core offerings include the standard NYC DOE curriculum supplemented by accelerated courses in American History, Algebra I, English Language Arts, and Living Environment, one of NYC's largest instrumental music programs (~500 students), a three-season athletics program with 18+ sports, an English as a New Language (ENL) program, and an extensive portfolio of after-school clubs and enrichment activities.

Product overview

Robert F. Wagner Middle School (MS 167) is a zoned public middle school serving grades 6-8 with approximately 1,343 students on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The school offers a comprehensive educational program centered around a strong core curriculum, featuring one of the largest music programs in NYC (serving ~500 students with Band, Chorus, and Jazz Band), extensive athletics and sports offerings across three seasons, the National Junior Honor Society (ARISTA), an English as a New Language (ENL) program, and accelerated course options in American History, Algebra I, English Language Arts, and Living Environment. Supporting programs include Wagner Bucks (student incentive currency), WagnerWear merchandise, summer reading initiatives, and diverse after-school clubs and activities spanning academics, arts, athletics, and enrichment. The school utilizes digital platforms including JumpRope for grade tracking, Operoo for communications, and Sora for digital reading materials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Music Program One of the largest music programs in NYC, providing approximately 500 students with instrumental classes including Band (7th and 8th grade), Music (6th grade), Chorus, and Jazz Band. For middle school students in grades 6-8.
• Athletics/Sports Program Comprehensive sports program with 18+ offerings across three seasons - Fall (Boys and Girls Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Flag Football, Wrestling, Tennis, Track), Winter (Boys Varsity/JV Basketball, Girls Basketball, Cheerleading, Ping Pong, Cross Country), and Spring (Rugby, Baseball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Softball, Tennis). For Wagner Middle School students.
• After-School Clubs and Activities Extensive after-school program including Art Club, Band Enrichment, Biology and Dissection, Chess, Coding, Debate Team, Drama, Gardening, Homework Help, Literary Magazine Club, Math Team, Movie Club, Mad Scientists Club, Needlecraft, Newspaper Club, Peer Mediation, Road Runners, Robotics, Science and Engineering, Spanish Club, Spin, Yearbook, and CHAMPS Sports. For Wagner students in grades 6-8.
• Accelerated Courses Accelerated course offerings in American History, Algebra I, English Language Arts, and Living Environment for advanced students. For Wagner middle school students seeking high-school-level coursework.
• ENL (English as a New Language) Program English language learner program providing language support and resources including translation tools, interactive English learning platforms, and literacy support for English language learners at Wagner.
• National Junior Honor Society (ARISTA) Recognition program for students performing above standards, with criteria for academic achievement (90% cumulative average), service hours, leadership, and character. For Wagner students.
• Wagner Bucks Student incentive program using a currency system ($1 and $25 denominations) to reward positive behavior and achievements. For Wagner Middle School students.
• Summer Reading Program Annual summer reading program with grade-specific suggested book lists, digital reading resources through Sora and various library systems, and eBook recommendations for incoming and current Wagner students.
• WagnerWear Merchandise Store Online merchandise store selling Wagner Middle School branded apparel and items through the Shopify platform. Available to students, families, alumni, and community supporters.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NYC Department of EducationcoreOthersWagner Middle School operates under the NYC DOE as a public school (MS 167, District 2). The school follows NYC DOE curriculum standards, uses NYC Schools Account systems, and participates in DOE programs including English as a New Language instruction.
• Manhattan YouthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerManhattan Youth provides after-school programming for Wagner students, extending educational and recreational opportunities beyond the regular school day.
• PayPal Giving FundminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPayPal processes online donations to the school through their fundraising platform, enabling alumni, parents, and friends to contribute financially to school enrichment programs.
• JumpRopecoreTechnology or IntegrationJumpRope is the school's student grade tracking and progress monitoring platform, used by teachers to record grades and by parents/students to view academic performance.
• OperoocoreTechnology or IntegrationOperoo is the school's communication platform used for distributing and collecting school forms, obtaining parental consent, managing medical and emergency information, and coordinating paperless school trips.
• Ivy Tutors NetworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York-based educational firm providing personalized K-12 tutoring, standardized test preparation, and college admissions coaching. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Metropolitan Ivy TutoringminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York-based educational firm specializing in K-12 academic support and high-stakes test preparation, founded by a Columbia University graduate. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Big Sib TutorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York-based educational organization providing K-12 tutoring, test preparation, and admissions coaching using a mentorship model. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Kweller PrepminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWoman-owned educational center providing test preparation and admissions counseling for middle school, high school, and college entry. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• ibidPREPminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUpper West Side educational center specializing in comprehensive test preparation and K-12 tutoring, particularly for NYC Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT). Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Swift BrainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEducational firm specializing in data-driven personalized K-12 tutoring and test preparation for SHSAT, SAT, and ACT exams. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Lemon Tree LearningminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York City educational firm offering one-on-one tutoring for K-12 students, with test preparation and college admissions support. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• City SmartsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrooklyn-based educational consultancy offering K-12 tutoring, test preparation, and admissions consulting. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• Prestige PrepminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York City educational agency offering personalized K-12 tutoring, standardized test preparation, and college admissions counseling. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.
• The TutorverseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York-based educational firm specializing in high-stakes test preparation, K-12 academic tutoring, and admissions coaching for specialized and independent schools. Participates in Wagner's District 2 Tutor Fair.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Anderson School (P.S. 334): Selective K-8 public school on the Upper West Side under NYC DOE, often considered a destination gifted program. Comparable accelerated academic offerings and similar demographic pool, though admissions are citywide rather than zoned.
• Institute for Collaborative Education (ICE): Manhattan public middle/high school under NYC DOE emphasizing progressive, collaborative pedagogy. Comparable grade range and Manhattan public-school identity, appealing to a similar progressive-leaning parent demographic.
• East Side Middle School: Public middle school serving the Upper East Side of Manhattan within District 2, directly adjacent to Wagner's catchment. Comparable zoned admissions model, similar demographic profile, and overlapping parent community make it the closest geographic and structural peer.
• Baccalaureate School for Global Education: NYC DOE public middle/high school with an international baccalaureate-aligned curriculum. Comparable selective public-school identity and college-preparatory focus, drawing from the same Manhattan college-track applicant pool.
• NYC Lab School for Collaborative Studies: Manhattan public middle/high school under NYC DOE with project-based learning and a college-preparatory focus. Comparable scale and curriculum, and it draws from a similar Manhattan applicant pool, making it a direct competitor for college-track families.
• Quest to Learn: NYC DOE public middle/high school using game-based and inquiry-driven pedagogy. Comparable public-school funding model and Manhattan footprint, with differentiated instructional model that overlaps with Wagner's STEM and after-school offerings.
• Professional Performing Arts School (PPAS): Manhattan public middle/high school with an arts-integrated curriculum under NYC DOE. Directly comparable to Wagner's emphasis on a large music program and shared applicant pool of arts-interested families on the Upper East Side.
• Booker T. Washington Middle School (M.S. 54): Manhattan public middle school also under NYC DOE with a similar large, zone-based student body. Comparable curriculum, extracurricular scope, and reliance on NYC DOE funding and parent fundraising make it a structural analog.
• Computer Science Institute (CSI) High School for Innovation: NYC DOE public middle/high school with STEM-focused programming. Comparable public funding model and Manhattan footprint, with overlapping interest in robotics and coding clubs that compete for STEM-oriented families.

Broad incumbents

• NYC Department of Education: Parent and governing entity for Wagner and all NYC public schools. As Wagner's funder, curriculum authority, and operator, the DOE sets the policy and funding framework within which Wagner operates and is the broadest incumbent reference point.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/ms167manhattan
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wagner-middle-school

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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