Creston Academy

Creston Academy is a Bronx middle school serving grades 6-8, recognized for its commitment to students' holistic development and strong family partnerships. Parents generally describe the school as welcoming and supportive, appreciating the dedicated staff and the school's "Respect for All" ethos. The school offers robust arts programming through a partnership with Lincoln Center Education and fosters STEM interest via Urban Advantage collaborations. Students can participate in a wide array of sports through CHAMPS and PSAL, including a successful Girls Volleyball team, alongside numerous clubs like chess, debate, orchestra, and a Young Runners Club. Academically, the school provides Specialized High School Achievement Test preparation and offers 8th graders the opportunity to take Algebra I or Living Environment for Regents credit, preparing them for high school. However, state test proficiency in both ELA (39%) and Math (41%) is near the citywide 25th percentile, indicating an area for growth. Student survey results also suggest some concerns regarding fair conflict resolution and the prevalence of bullying.