The School of Integrated Learning

The School of Integrated Learning (MS 354) is a Brooklyn middle school serving grades 6-8, known for its International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and a strong STEM+A (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Arts) curriculum. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with ELA proficiency at the citywide 75th percentile and Math proficiency well above the median. It also offers a higher-than-average share of accelerated coursework, with students in its screened program placed on a Regents exam track. The school fosters college and career readiness through partnerships with institutions like Medgar Evers Preparatory H.S., PTECH, Brooklyn Technical H.S., and NY Institute of Technology, providing mentorship and advanced learning opportunities. Students participate in Service-Learning Projects and can choose from four academies: Home Economics, Performing Arts, Sports, and Technology, which aim to enrich interests and support social-emotional learning. Parents consistently report overwhelmingly positive experiences, particularly regarding family relationships and overall satisfaction. While students generally feel safe, a notable percentage indicate experiencing bullying sometimes or often. The school, smaller than average, shares a building and features a large gymnasium, schoolyard, refurbished auditorium, and modern classroom technology.