ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS

ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 545 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 47 teachers, ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 **ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS (AFYW)**, located in the East New York section of Brooklyn (District 19), is a small, specialized public secondary school (grades 6–12) that centers its entire academic identity around the power of literacy and self-expression. True to its name, the school integrates writing into every subject area, encouraging students to develop their voices through portfolios, public speaking, and project-based learning. By prioritizing the "writing process," the school aims to cultivate critical thinkers who are not only prepared for college-level rigor but are also capable of articulating their ideas effectively in the professional world.

Beyond its academic focus, the ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS is noted for its intimate, community-oriented environment. As a smaller school, it emphasizes strong student-teacher relationships, providing a personalized support system that helps students navigate both their educational and personal development. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and partnerships designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the real world, ensuring that students feel empowered to advocate for themselves and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

For more information, contact ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS at (718) 688-7230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.