nyc: I'm new to NYC from out of state and I'm looking for a good school to go to. I'm out for the specialized schools and some selective schools, because although I am smart they only accept incoming freshmen and sophomores which is a problem to an incoming junior. Please consider the quality of the education as well as the quality of the environment. I am willing to go the 45mins everyday if necessary.|||But you don't say what section of the city you'll be living in! How do we know what schools are 45 minutes from your home? BTW, my daughter travels over an hour to get to school. She feels it's worth it to go to a great school.