MS 394

MS 394 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 469 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, MS 394 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MS 394, also known as the **Academy of Science and Engineering**, is a public middle school located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. The school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 17. As a school with a specialized focus on science and engineering, it aims to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation that prepares them for competitive high school programs and future careers in STEM fields.

The school is known for its commitment to developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning and technological integration. Beyond its academic offerings, MS 394 strives to foster a supportive community environment that addresses the social and emotional development of its adolescent students. By leveraging its location in Brooklyn, the school often encourages community engagement and provides students with opportunities to explore real-world applications of their classroom studies.

For more information, contact MS 394 at (718) 756-3164 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.