The Brooklyn Green School

The Brooklyn Green School, a middle school (grades 6-8) located in Crown Heights' historic Weeksville District, operates as a progressive magnet school for eco-activism. It draws inspiration from Weeksville's legacy, fostering eco-conscious leaders through a curriculum that blends academic rigor with social-emotional learning and community engagement. The school offers a wide array of courses, including core subjects, inquiry-based science, Chinese language, and arts like drumming, guitar, and theater, alongside unique experiential learning opportunities such as camping, boat building, and sailing. Students can participate in a variety of extracurriculars, from citywide debate tournaments and Broadway shows to sports teams. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, frequently highlighting the supportive staff, dedicated teachers, and a caring principal who fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment. The school is praised for its holistic approach to student development and strong communication with families. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency is at the citywide median, and its share of accelerated coursework is above the median. While math proficiency is below the citywide median, the school emphasizes academic rigor, offers advanced STEM courses, and provides free SHSAT preparation, with students having opportunities to earn high school Regents credits. The smaller-than-median enrollment contributes to a close-knit, family-like atmosphere where student voice is valued, and frequent excursions extend learning beyond the classroom.