BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE)

BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 633 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 44 teachers, BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Boerum Hill School for International Studies (BHS), located at 284 Baltic Street in Brooklyn, is a public secondary school serving grades 6–12 that emphasizes a globally focused, rigorous academic curriculum. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it distinguishes itself by offering the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). These frameworks are designed to foster critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and academic excellence, preparing students for the demands of university-level work while encouraging them to become active, responsible global citizens.

Beyond its core academics, the school is known for its diverse and inclusive environment, often leveraging its location in the vibrant Boerum Hill neighborhood to provide students with a range of extracurricular and community-based opportunities. The school prioritizes language acquisition and the development of a "global perspective," integrating these themes across various subjects. By balancing a structured IB curriculum with a supportive school culture, the Boerum Hill School for International Studies aims to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate and succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

For more information, contact BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) at (718) 330-9390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.