RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CTR II

RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CTR II 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 155 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 12 teachers, RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CTR II 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.

Ronald Edmonds Learning Center II (RELC II), located in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn (District 16), is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Named after Ronald Edmonds, a pioneer in the "effective schools" movement who advocated for the idea that all children can learn regardless of their socioeconomic background, the school emphasizes high academic standards, a supportive environment, and the development of the "whole child." It is generally recognized for its focus on cultivating a strong sense of community and providing personalized attention to its diverse student population.

The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, often integrating social-emotional learning with rigorous core academics. By offering a continuous educational pathway from early childhood through the middle school years, RELC II aims to provide stability and continuity for families in the 11233 zip code. The school frequently engages in partnerships and extracurricular activities to enrich the student experience, striving to prepare its graduates for success in competitive high schools throughout New York City.

For more information, contact RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CTR II at (718) 467-0306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.