M.S. 442 Carroll Gardens School for Innovation

M.S. 442 Carroll Gardens School for Innovation, located in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn, is a smaller middle school known for its innovative and inclusive approach to education. The school consistently demonstrates strong academic performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide 75th percentile, and an exceptionally high percentage of students engaged in accelerated coursework. It is recognized for its mastery-based grading model, which provides personalized feedback and supports individual student growth. The school receives "Excellent" ratings from the NYC Department of Education for instruction, safety, and family relationships, a sentiment echoed by overwhelmingly positive parent survey responses. Parents and students frequently describe a welcoming, family-like atmosphere, highlighting caring teachers who foster student potential. M.S. 442 is particularly noted for its integrated co-teaching model, effectively supporting a higher-than-average population of students with disabilities, who often achieve above citywide averages on state exams. Distinctive offerings include a Maker Lab for hands-on design and building, along with a variety of activities such as sports, musical theater, and SHSAT prep.