The Gregory Jocko Jackson School of Sports, Art, and Technology

Test scores here have climbed steadily from rock-bottom to above-average — 54% ELA and 58% math proficiency both beat the district averages (52% and 51% respectively). The improvement trajectory is real: in eight years, ELA went from 14% to 54%, math from 10% to 58%. Third and fourth graders are performing strongly (67-74% math), while fifth grade lags (37% math), suggesting possible inconsistencies in older grades or curriculum transitions. Still, an overall score of 2.25 out of 4 sits meaningfully above the district average of 2.06 — this is a school that's moved from underperforming to genuinely competitive.

The climate data tells a nuanced story. Trust metrics are extraordinary — 97% parent-teacher trust, 96% principal trust, 95% teacher collegial trust. Teacher instruction quality scores a near-perfect 98%, far above the district average of 89%. Discipline is impeccable: zero suspensions for three consecutive years. However, chronic absenteeism at 57.5% is alarming — higher than the district average and strikingly unequal by group (63% of boys chronically absent vs 53% of girls). Teacher-reported safety at 88% is slightly below district average, suggesting some staff may have concerns about the neighborhood environment. The day-to-day feel seems positive for those who attend consistently, but getting kids through the door appears to be the challenge.

The student body is 63% Black and 35% Hispanic, reflecting the surrounding Brownsville neighborhood. At 240 students across pre-K through 5th grade with a 19.7 average class size, it's a small, intimate setting. Twenty-one percent of students have IEPs — slightly above typical. The diversity index of 43% is moderate, though the school is predominantly two demographics. Family survey response rate was 36% (70 families), which is decent but means the 94% satisfaction rate represents a majority, not a unanimous verdict.

Brownsville is a study in contrasts. Transit access is excellent (87th percentile) — the neighborhood is highly connected by subway. But economic hardship is pervasive: median household income is just $33,494, only 13% of adults have bachelor's degrees, and 38% live in poverty. Safety is a legitimate concern — the safety score of 19 out of 100 reflects high crime density and environmental health risks (elevated lead and asthma rates). Family density is moderate at 36%, meaning this isn't a particularly child-saturated area. There are parks and community resources, but families navigate real urban challenges daily.

Given the high transit score and relatively moderate family density, many families likely walk or take public transportation. The neighborhood is densely built-up with mixed-use development, so foot traffic is common. However, parents may have safety concerns about routes, especially during darker months.