JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING

JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 1,539 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 111 teachers, JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 220, also known as the John J. Pershing School, is a public middle school located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated in a vibrant, culturally diverse community. It operates under the New York City Department of Education and is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation that prepares students for the transition to high school.

The school offers a structured learning environment that focuses on core subjects such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Beyond the classroom, JHS 220 typically emphasizes student development through various extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to foster social-emotional growth. As a neighborhood school, it plays a key role in the local community, striving to meet the diverse educational needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on academic achievement and personal development.

For more information, contact JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING at (718) 633-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.