I.S. 219 New Venture School

I.S. 219 New Venture School is a middle school serving grades 6-8 in the Bronx, known for its smaller size and intimate learning environment. Academic proficiency in both ELA (34%) and Math (32%) is below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating areas for growth. However, the school offers a notable share of accelerated coursework (44%), which is above the citywide median, and aims to strengthen its STEAM focus with programs like computer application development and aeronautics. The school is recognized for its excellent relationships with families, reflected in overwhelmingly positive parent survey responses. It provides a Bilingual Special Education Program and Transitional Bilingual Education in Spanish, alongside a variety of clubs including music, visual arts, dance, and coding. Students have opportunities to earn high school credits and visit colleges annually. The school shares a building with other schools and utilizes metal detectors for entry. While the overall safety and school climate rating is fair, student surveys show mixed perceptions, with some concerns about bullying and conflict resolution, despite many students feeling safe in common areas.