MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR

MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 248 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 17 teachers, MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 35 STEPHEN DECATUR, located in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school is named after Stephen Decatur, a 19th-century naval officer, and operates under the New York City Department of Education. It functions as a neighborhood school, focusing on providing a foundational academic experience for local students as they transition from elementary to high school.

The school's academic environment is characterized by a commitment to standard middle school curricula, typically emphasizing core subjects such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Like many schools in the Bedford-Stuyvesant area, MS 35 often works to engage its student body through community-based initiatives and supportive programs designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development. Prospective parents and students interested in the school’s current performance metrics, specific extracurricular offerings, or instructional approach are encouraged to consult the official NYC Department of Education "School Quality Snapshot" or the school’s official website for the most up-to-date information.

For more information, contact MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR at (718) 574-2345 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.