School of Math, Science, and Healthy Living

Test scores have been volatile — dropping sharply in 2022 (ELA fell to 22.3%) before rebounding strongly to 51.5% ELA and 57.1% Math in 2025. Still, both scores remain below the district averages of 66.2% and 71.2%. Grade 4 is performing well (70.8% ELA), while Grade 5 lags considerably (30.4% ELA). The 2.17 overall score is also below the district average of 2.75. The school has shown recovery, but consistency remains a question mark.

The survey data tells a nuanced story. Parents absolutely love this school — satisfaction at 97% and trust in teachers and principal both at 99%, well above district averages. Teachers, however, are more measured: instruction quality rated 72% (versus 92% district average), safety at 87% (versus 97% district), and principal trust at 73%. The zero suspension rate reflects a restorative, non-punitive approach. The biggest red flag is chronic absenteeism at 74.3% — nearly three-quarters of students are chronically absent, which directly impacts learning outcomes.

The student body is predominantly Hispanic (51%) and Asian (39%), with 9% White and 0% Black students — reflecting the neighborhood's immigrant-heavy population. Economic need is very high at 83.4%, and 17% of students have IEPs. The diversity index sits at 53%, indicating moderate demographic variety. PTA fundraising is minimal at $6 per student versus the district average of $61, suggesting fewer extra resources from family fundraising.

Sunset Park is a densely populated, working-class neighborhood in Brooklyn with a strong family presence (74th percentile for family density). Median household income is $81,377 with a 17.3% poverty rate. The area scores low on safety (42.53) and education orientation (41.76), though transit access is moderate (53.26). There's a high lead exposure rate (12.1%) and elevated asthma rates — consistent with older housing stock.

The neighborhood is highly walkable with good subway access via the D/N/R lines at 59th Street and multiple bus routes. Families in the zone typically walk or take public transit; driving is difficult due to limited parking and traffic.