MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS

MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 174 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 13 teachers, MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 224, known as the Manhattan East School for Arts & Academics, is a public middle school located in East Harlem. The school is characterized by a mission to blend rigorous academic instruction with a robust emphasis on the arts. By integrating creative disciplines—such as visual arts, music, or drama—into the daily curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking, self-expression, and a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student body.

Situated on East 100th Street, MS 224 serves the local East Harlem community with a focus on preparing students for the demands of high school and beyond. The school environment is generally recognized for its commitment to social-emotional development and community engagement, striving to create a supportive space where students are encouraged to explore their personal interests. By balancing traditional core subjects with artistic enrichment, Manhattan East seeks to nurture both the intellectual and creative potential of its middle school learners.

For more information, contact MS 224 MANHATTAN EAST SCHOOL FOR ARTS & ACADEMICS at (212) 860-6047 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.