SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING (THE)

SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING (THE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 357 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 29 teachers, SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

The School of Math, Science, and Healthy Living (often referred to as MS 821) is a public middle school located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school operates with a specific mission to integrate rigorous STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) instruction with a curriculum focused on personal wellness, physical fitness, and nutritional education. By combining these core academic disciplines with an emphasis on "healthy living," the school aims to foster a learning environment that supports both the intellectual and physical development of its students.

The school is known for its commitment to community-based learning, utilizing its location in Sunset Park to engage students with the local environment and neighborhood resources. With an educational philosophy that promotes critical thinking and hands-on scientific inquiry, the school seeks to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond. Through its specialized focus, the school encourages pupils to pursue pathways in health and technology, helping them establish balanced, healthy lifestyles while achieving academic proficiency in foundational math and science standards.

For more information, contact SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING (THE) at (718) 765-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.