ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL

ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 143 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, ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL 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.

ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL (I.S. 390), located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, serves students in grades 6 through 8. As a public middle school within the New York City Department of Education, the institution is committed to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development during the pivotal middle school years. The school emphasizes a structured learning environment designed to prepare its students for the rigors of high school and beyond, often integrating community-focused initiatives to support the diverse population of its Brooklyn neighborhood.

The school is named in honor of Elijah Stroud, a prominent community leader and activist who was dedicated to the betterment of the Crown Heights area. Carrying on his legacy, the school focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student voice, leadership, and personal responsibility. By utilizing a mix of core academic curricula and various extracurricular opportunities, I.S. 390 aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the unique needs of its student body while maintaining strong ties to the surrounding local community.

For more information, contact ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 638-3067 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.