KAPPA V - KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY

KAPPA V - KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY 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 229 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 11 teachers, KAPPA V - KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

**KAPPA V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy)**, located at 985 Rockaway 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. As part of the KAPPA network of schools, the institution is built upon a philosophy of rigorous academic preparation and character development. The school aims to create a structured, college-bound culture where students are encouraged to advocate for their own education and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for success in high-level high school programs and beyond.

The school is well-known for its emphasis on "Knowledge and Power," aiming to empower students from the local community by providing a supportive environment that balances high behavioral expectations with academic challenge. KAPPA V typically features small-group instruction and an advisory system that focuses on the social-emotional growth of its students. By integrating a demanding curriculum with a focus on leadership and civic engagement, the school seeks to prepare its graduates to navigate the complexities of the New York City high school admissions process and excel in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact KAPPA V - KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY at (718) 922-4690 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.