IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES

IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 311 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 26 teachers, IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES 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.

IS 347, also known as the School of Humanities, is a public middle school located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school places a strong academic emphasis on the humanities—integrating literature, history, social studies, and the arts into a cohesive curriculum. The school’s environment is designed to foster critical thinking, effective communication, and social responsibility, encouraging students to engage deeply with both local community issues and broader historical contexts.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to inclusive education and its focus on developing the "whole child." By utilizing a humanities-centered approach, IS 347 aims to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond by prioritizing reading, writing, and analytical skills. Additionally, the school typically emphasizes a supportive school culture, often partnering with local community organizations to provide enrichment opportunities, extracurricular activities, and social-emotional support that help students navigate their middle school years successfully.

For more information, contact IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES at (718) 821-4248 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.