ISAAC NEWTON MS FOR MATH AND SCIENCE

ISAAC NEWTON MS FOR MATH AND SCIENCE 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 192 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 16 teachers, ISAAC NEWTON MS FOR MATH AND SCIENCE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

**Isaac Newton Middle School for Math and Science (M.S. 223)** is a public middle school located in the East Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan. As its name implies, the school places a specialized academic emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. It is designed to provide students with a rigorous foundation in these subjects, often incorporating hands-on learning, laboratory work, and technology-integrated curricula to prepare students for competitive high school programs and future careers in technical fields.

Beyond its focus on core academics, the school is deeply integrated into the local East Harlem community. It strives to create a supportive environment that prioritizes student development and equity, frequently collaborating with local organizations and utilizing its location at 260 Pleasant Avenue to engage students in their immediate surroundings. By balancing a high-achieving math and science focus with social-emotional support, Isaac Newton Middle School aims to foster both intellectual curiosity and personal growth in its diverse student body.

For more information, contact ISAAC NEWTON MS FOR MATH AND SCIENCE at (212) 860-6006 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.