September 19, 2025
We are thrilled to celebrate a truly outstanding year of academic achievement at BASIS Independent Manhattan, as our students have once again surpassed expectations on their Advanced Placement (AP) exams and earned significant recognition from the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
This year’s results are a testament to our students’ dedication and our teachers’ commitment to fostering a culture of excellence. We are incredibly proud to announce that 69% of our AP test-taking students received AP Scholar Awards, a remarkable achievement that demonstrates consistent growth since our first AP exam administration.
By the Numbers: Our Students Continue to Excel
The achievements of our students speak for themselves:
- 35 students have earned AP Scholar Awards across various categories.
- 4 juniors have received a Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT.
- Our students’ average AP score was an impressive 4.28 out of 5, significantly higher than the overall average for the rest of the country and abroad, which was 3.12.
A Track Record of Growth and Success
Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the steady growth of our AP Scholar recognition year after year. The number of students receiving these prestigious awards has consistently grown since our first AP exam administration.
- 2022-2023: 47% of test-takers were recognized as AP Scholars
- 2023-2024: 51% of test-takers were recognized
- 2024-2025: 69% of test-takers were recognized
“The year-over-year increase in how many of our students are honored as AP Scholars is a fantastic representation of the BASIS Independent Manhattan program and the teachers who deliver our curriculum,” said Ms. Cyndriel Meimban, Director of Academic Programs. “Hard work, dedication, and intellectual curiosity have enabled them to excel at the highest levels of academic achievement, and we are incredibly proud of their outstanding accomplishments on the AP Exams.”
This upward trend is a clear indicator of our students’ rising potential and the strength of our rigorous academic program.
Recognizing Our Scholars
We would like to celebrate every one of our students who worked tirelessly to achieve these results. Their hard work and determination are truly inspiring.
National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Students
- Maxfield S.
- Sean F.
- Symir T.
- Zixi Y.
| AP Scholar | AP Scholar with Honor | AP Scholar with Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel C. (Gr. 10) | Joshua Ag. (Gr. 10) | Finn B. (Gr. 10) |
| Anderson C. (Gr. 10) | Aidan B. (Gr. 10) | Stella C. (Gr. 11) |
| Isabella D. (Gr. 10) | Yujia (Zoe) G. (Gr. 10) | Charles D. (Gr. 11) |
| Or H-U. (Gr. 10) | Saira K. (Gr. 10) | Sean F. (Gr. 11) |
| Julia N. (Gr. 11) | Lucia M. (Gr. 10) | Eli F. (Gr. 11) |
| Evan N. (Gr. 10) | Apostolos R. (Gr. 10) | Felix H. (Gr. 10) |
| Julien N. (Gr. 10) | Charles S. (Gr. 10) | Kaylee H. (Gr. 10) |
| Uliana T. (Gr. 10) | Andrew S. (Gr. 11) | Arry J. (Gr. 12) + AP Capstone Diploma |
| Lola O. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Marcus P. (Gr. 12) + AP Capstone Diploma | ||
| Maximilian R-J. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Dashiell S. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Maxfield S. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Alex S. (Gr. 10) | ||
| Joshua (J.J.) S. (Gr. 10) | ||
| Symir T. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Amelie W. (Gr. 10) | ||
| Zixi Y. (Gr. 11) | ||
| Isabella (Izzy) Z. (Gr. 10) |
Congratulations once more to these bright minds and the supportive teachers and families who have helped them along the way. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and look forward to their continued success!
Interested in learning more about our program? We invite you to visit our school at an upcoming Fall Open House on October 25 (PreK–5) and October 26 (Gr. 6–12) or contact our Admissions team to see if BASIS Independent Manhattan is the right fit for you.
BASIS Independent Manhattan, a private school offering PreK through Grade 12, is based in Manhattan, New York. Students thrive alongside Subject Expert Teachers as they engage in a liberal arts program with STEM offerings.
