IS 392

IS 392 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 292 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 23 teachers, IS 392 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.

IS 392, located at 104 Sutter Avenue in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that operates under the New York City Department of Education. Known formally as the School for the Gifted and Talented, the institution emphasizes academic rigor and high expectations. It has historically been recognized for its focus on preparing students for competitive high school admissions through a challenging curriculum and a structured learning environment.

The school is often noted for its community-oriented atmosphere and its dedicated efforts to provide enrichment opportunities for its students. While it serves a diverse population in a historically underserved area, IS 392 maintains a reputation for fostering discipline and academic achievement. By integrating rigorous coursework with extracurricular activities, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and readiness for advanced secondary education, serving as a pillar for student development within the Brownsville community.

For more information, contact IS 392 at (718) 498-2491 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.