The Laboratory School of Finance and Technology: X223

The Laboratory School of Finance and Technology, serving grades 6-12 in the Bronx, is recognized as a US Department of Education Magnet School for Career Connected Learning, known for its innovative programs in technology and finance. It has been featured in prominent publications and a guide to NYC middle schools. The school maintains a strong academic environment, with math proficiency well above the citywide median and a very high percentage of students taking accelerated coursework. Its four-year graduation rate is exceptionally high, significantly surpassing the citywide median, and college enrollment figures are also strong. The school offers a robust computer science curriculum, including coding, robotics, and web design, alongside immersive finance programs featuring a schoolwide economy. A one-to-one Chromebook program supports technology access for all students. It is a Consortium school, emphasizing research and writing through Performance Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs) instead of most Regents exams. Parents and students describe a supportive and caring faculty dedicated to student success, contributing to an excellent safety and school climate. While ELA proficiency is below the citywide median, the school is praised for its engaging lessons and opportunities for career readiness and apprenticeships.