J.H.S. 218 James P. Sinnott

J.H.S. 218 James P. Sinnott is a Brooklyn middle school serving grades 6-8, known for its 21st Century Community School approach and a magnet program focused on health and health professions. The school offers an Honors program with Regents courses in Algebra 1 and Living Environment, and students can be inducted into the National Junior Honor Society. A three-year sequence in both art and dance is available, alongside a wide array of afterschool activities including debate, martial arts, steel pan, and various sports. The school's student body is highly diverse, with a very high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, well above the citywide median. Academic proficiency in ELA and Math is a concern, with scores significantly below the citywide 25th percentile. While parent surveys indicate strong satisfaction with the school environment and communication, student surveys reveal some concerns regarding safety, fair conflict resolution, and instances of bullying. The school emphasizes providing a stable, secure, and structured learning environment with quality instruction and support services. The building itself houses multiple schools, which is a notable characteristic.