JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS

JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 289 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 25 teachers, JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS 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.

JHS 50, also known as the John D. Wells School, is a public middle school located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s district 14. Historically rooted in the local community, the school aims to provide a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school, focusing on core curriculum subjects including mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies.

The school environment at JHS 50 emphasizes the development of the "whole child," often integrating extracurricular programs and support services to foster social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. Being situated in a rapidly evolving area of Brooklyn, the school works to accommodate a diverse student population, striving to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and community involvement. Families interested in specific performance metrics, current academic initiatives, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to consult the NYC Department of Education’s official school quality reports or reach out to the school administration directly.

For more information, contact JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS at (718) 387-4184 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.