DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEM STUDIES

DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEM STUDIES is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 200 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 19 teachers, DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEM STUDIES has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEM STUDIES, located in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized public middle school (Grades 6–8) that emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The school is highly regarded for its rigorous academic culture, which integrates hands-on problem-solving and critical thinking into the core curriculum. By leveraging its unique location in a vibrant tech and creative hub, the school often partners with local professionals and organizations to provide students with real-world applications for their studies, preparing them for competitive high school programs.

Beyond its focus on STEM, Dock Street is noted for fostering a supportive and collaborative community environment. The school prioritizes social-emotional learning alongside academics, encouraging students to work in teams to navigate complex projects and engineering challenges. Because it is a sought-after school within the New York City public school system, it maintains a strong commitment to inquiry-based learning, aiming to cultivate curiosity and innovation in its student body while maintaining high standards of achievement.

For more information, contact DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEM STUDIES at (718) 780-7660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.