MS 131

MS 131 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 431 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 131 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.

MS 131, located at 100 Hester Street in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, is a public middle school that serves a diverse student population in the heart of Chinatown. Known for its strong academic focus, the school offers a variety of specialized programs, including honors classes and dual-language instruction, aimed at preparing students for competitive high schools in New York City. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, often emphasizing community involvement and extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, MS 131 is recognized for its dedicated faculty and its efforts to maintain an inclusive atmosphere that supports students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The school often leverages its urban location to provide students with unique learning experiences, integrating the history and culture of the surrounding neighborhood into its educational approach. By maintaining high expectations for student achievement and providing robust support systems, MS 131 continues to be a notable educational institution within the New York City Department of Education’s District 2.

For more information, contact MS 131 at (212) 219-1204 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.