Admissions
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Information for the 2025-2026 school year is forthcoming. Check back regularly for updates.
Further details may be found on the DOE Middle School Enrollment page.
Families who are interested in applying to MS54 Booker T. Washington should consult their school's guidance counselor or the Family Welcome Center for further information.
PLEASE NOTE
All admissions to 7th and 8th grade are coordinated by the Family Welcome Center.
2025-2026 Waitlists
Waitlists for middle and high schools close on Friday, September 12, 2025. This is the final day your child can receive a waitlist offer for this school year.
What Happens Next?
- If you receive an offer: You will receive a notification via email. Please monitor your email closely. You will have seven days to respond in MySchools.
- If you do not receive an offer: Your child will remain enrolled at their current school. No further action is needed.
Need to Request a Hardship Transfer?
If you are facing a specific hardship that requires a school transfer, please visit schools.nyc.gov/transfers for guidance.
CONTACT
Dorine Grollman
Articulation Specialist
212-678-2861
TOURS AND OPEN HOUSES
FALL TOURS FOR CURRENT 5th GRADERS
Booker T. tours are for one 5th grade student and ONE PARENT per family. (FOR TWINS OR MULTIPLES, please add both of your children's names into the student name space, however due to space constraints, ONLY ONE PARENT MAY COME ALONG.) No siblings please.
Registration for fall tours will be announced soon.