What to do about middle and high school?

Please W67th save the sarcasm on me today. I'm looking from honest advice from parents in my situation. We desperately do not want to move and could afford a decent renovation for our family. I have three kids. Private school is really what is making us decide to move even though we don't want to. I am not worried about elementary. I think I have that covered. For those of you who did not test into Hunter or the G&T programs what are my true options for middle and high school either public or something I'm not thinking about. We are in Lincoln Square area. Thank you for any helpful advice you can give. Regards, Leslie