School of Math, Science, and Healthy Living

The School of Math, Science, and Healthy Living (P.S. 971) is an elementary school in Brooklyn's Sunset Park, serving grades K-5. It is notable for being one of New York City's few vegetarian schools, offering a fully vegetarian menu. The school emphasizes academic excellence, healthy living, and critical thinking within a nurturing environment. It features a robust arts program encompassing dance, music, theater, and visual arts, enhanced by partnerships with cultural organizations. Students can also engage in a media club for film and photography, and participate in a STEAM fair and college week. The school building is fully accessible. Academically, its ELA proficiency rate of 52% is near the citywide median, and its math proficiency rate of 57% is slightly above the median. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with survey results showing overwhelmingly positive feedback. While teacher survey results indicate some areas for growth in principal effectiveness and recommendation, the faculty has a high percentage of experienced teachers. The school maintains a 0% suspension rate, fostering a safe environment.