M.S. 51 William Alexander

M.S. 51 William Alexander is a highly regarded middle school in Brooklyn, known for its strong academic programs and extensive offerings in the arts and world languages. Students consistently achieve high proficiency in ELA and Math, with scores at or above the citywide median, and an exceptionally high percentage participate in accelerated coursework, well above the citywide 75th percentile. The school provides an honors program, including high school level Algebra, Biology, and Regents exams in 8th grade, alongside a three-year, in-depth study in drama, instrumental music, dance, chorus, art, or photography, and advanced language courses. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the school's environment and communication. Faculty are recognized for excellent instruction and strong relationships with families. While student surveys indicate generally positive feelings about safety, some students report concerns regarding conflict resolution and bullying. The school is noted for its unique "captive lunch" allowing outdoor campus use and its success in preparing students for top high schools.