E.S.M.T- I.S. 190

E.S.M.T- I.S. 190 is a middle school in the Bronx, serving grades 6-8, and shares its building with Francisco Oller Community School 61. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment with standards- and data-driven instruction, fostering students' academic, physical, mental, social, and emotional growth. Relationships with families are a notable strength, receiving an "Excellent" rating from the NYC Department of Education, with parent surveys showing overwhelmingly positive feedback on family engagement. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide median, placing them closer to the 25th percentile for NYC schools. The percentage of students taking accelerated coursework is also well below the citywide median. While the school offers Regents courses in Grade 8 for college and career readiness, its overall instruction and performance rating is "Fair." Student survey results indicate some concerns regarding bullying and physical fights, contributing to a "Fair" rating for safety and school climate. The school partners with New York Edge to offer a variety of after-school programs in academics, sports, arts, technology, and leadership skills, and provides educational trips to colleges, Broadway shows, parks, and museums.