About
A Lower East Side public high school
Marta Valle High School was a New York City public high school in Community School District 1, located in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan. Known by its district code 01M509, it was part of the fabric of the Lower East Side for many years.
This site is an informational resource about the school — its history and its community context. It is not the school’s active administrative portal; for current enrollment, transcripts and official information, the New York City Department of Education is the authoritative source.
At a Glance
Key facts
Its Story
Part of the community’s history
For years, Marta Valle High School was one of several schools serving the Lower East Side, sharing its building with other small schools in the neighborhood. In 2020, following a New York City Department of Education process, the school was merged into University Neighborhood High School, and its programs were consolidated at that school’s location.
The Neighborhood
Rooted in the Lower East Side
The Lower East Side has long been one of New York City’s most storied neighborhoods — a place of immigration, community organizing and civic life. Marta Valle High School was part of that landscape, serving local families in a district known for its small, community-centered schools.
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Enrollment, records & official information
Because the standalone school merged in 2020, current enrollment and student records are handled through official New York City channels:
An informational resource
This website shares the history and context of Marta Valle High School. For anything official — enrollment, transcripts or records — please contact the NYC Department of Education.
How to Reach the Right OfficeFrequently Asked
Common questions
What was Marta Valle High School?
It was a New York City public high school in District 1 (DBN 01M509), located in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, that served local families for many years.
Is Marta Valle High School still open?
The standalone school was merged into University Neighborhood High School effective July 1, 2020. Its programs were consolidated at that school.
Where was the school located?
Marta Valle High School was located in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, in Community School District 1.
How do I get records or enroll today?
Because the school merged in 2020, enrollment and student records are handled by the New York City Department of Education. Start at schools.nyc.gov, or contact University Neighborhood High School, the successor school. See our contact page for links.