VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL

VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 302 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 19 teachers, VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (I.S. 218), located in the East New York section of Brooklyn, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As a community-focused institution, the school is designed to provide a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic development and social-emotional growth. It is part of the New York City Department of Education’s district system and aims to prepare its diverse student body for the rigors of high school and beyond through a curriculum aligned with state standards.

Beyond standard academics, the school typically integrates "community school" initiatives, which often involve partnerships with local organizations to provide extended learning opportunities, mental health support, and extracurricular activities. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, families, and neighborhood resources, Van Siclen seeks to address the holistic needs of its students, helping them navigate the challenges of middle school while encouraging personal responsibility and academic achievement within their local Brooklyn community.

For more information, contact VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 927-4701 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.