HOLCOMBE L RUCKER SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY RESEARCH

HOLCOMBE L RUCKER SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY RESEARCH is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 150 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 14 teachers, HOLCOMBE L RUCKER SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY RESEARCH has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Holcombe L. Rucker School of Community Research (MS 424), located in the Bronx, is a public middle school dedicated to fostering academic excellence through a curriculum centered on civic engagement and community investigation. Named in honor of the legendary playground basketball coach and civil rights activist Holcombe L. Rucker, the school reflects his commitment to youth development and community uplift. The institution emphasizes a rigorous academic environment where students are encouraged to think critically about the social, economic, and historical factors that shape their local neighborhood and the broader world.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for prioritizing a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment. By integrating community research into their studies, students at MS 424 are challenged to become active problem-solvers who connect their classroom learning to real-world experiences. With a strong emphasis on character development and student voice, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in high school and beyond, nurturing them into informed, empathetic, and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact HOLCOMBE L RUCKER SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY RESEARCH at (718) 860-1053 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.