M.S. 935

M.S. 935 is a STEM-focused middle school in Brooklyn's District 19, serving grades 6-8. It emphasizes an inter-disciplinary, student-centered, and project-based approach to learning, encouraging scientific inquiry, engineering design, and innovation skills. The curriculum aims to connect science, math, and technology to real-world applications, fostering critical thinking and collaboration. The school is smaller than the citywide median, with an enrollment of 305 students, contributing to a close-knit community feel. The student body is predominantly Hispanic, with a high Economic Need Index, indicating a significant proportion of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency rate is 43%, which is slightly above the citywide 25th percentile but below the median. Its math proficiency rate of 37% is below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating an area for potential growth. However, the school consistently outperforms its district in both ELA and Math proficiency. The attendance rate of 97% is a notable strength, placing it at the citywide 75th percentile. Parents describe a supportive environment where teachers care about their students and provide tailored lessons, offering challenging tasks for advanced students. The school also highlights leadership, arts opportunities, and strong family involvement.