NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL

NEW HEIGHTS 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 237 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 22 teachers, NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL 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.

NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL (M.S. 584), located at 790 E New York Ave in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. The school typically focuses on building strong relationships between staff, students, and families to create a supportive community culture.

In addition to its core curriculum, NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL generally offers a variety of enrichment opportunities, including arts programs, extracurricular activities, and academic intervention services designed to meet diverse student needs. By focusing on restorative practices and personalized instruction, the school aims to prepare its middle schoolers for the transition to high school by equipping them with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 467-4501 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.