Dream Program

Test score data isn't provided for this school, but key indicators suggest a work in progress: class sizes of 22 match the district average exactly, and teacher instruction quality scores come in at 89.1% compared to a district average of 89.1% — essentially flat. Parent satisfaction runs strong at 91%, indicating families see value even without top-tier test results. The district's averages (60.5% ELA, 57.3% Math) provide a benchmark, but without direct comparison, the academic trajectory here requires direct inquiry with the school.

Teacher-reported safety comes in at 94.7%, nearly matching the district average — reasonable but not exceptional. The suspension rate sits at 0.55%, aligning with the district average, suggesting a standard approach to discipline. Attendance averages 91%, matching the district, which is typical for middle school in this area. Without survey data on trust, family engagement, or institutional trust, the day-to-day culture is hard to fully characterize — parents should ask directly about communication and responsiveness.

The school draws from Brownsville, where only 7.9% of households have children (among the lowest in the city) yet the neighborhood is dense with families. Poverty rates hit 37.6%, with median household income just $33,494 — among the city's lowest. With only 14.2% homeownership, most families rent, suggesting a transient population. The student body likely reflects this: working-class families navigating economic pressure, many first-generation American households. The low BA+ education rate (13.4%) means parents may rely heavily on the school for academic support.

Brownsville offers excellent subway access (86.6 percentile for transit) but faces serious challenges: safety scores are in the 19th percentile, the lowest of any metric. Crime density is high, and environmental health concerns are notable — lead exposure rates near 20% and asthma rates over 104 per 1,000 residents are significant. The neighborhood has limited green space or family amenities compared to more affluent areas, but median home values have risen to $482,021, suggesting some gentrification pressure. Families should know they're choosing a neighborhood in transition.

Transit access is a genuine strength — the area is well-served by subway lines. Walkability for families depends on the specific origin, but the neighborhood is densely populated enough that many students likely walk or take short bus rides. Driving is complicated by limited parking and traffic patterns.