William Alexander Middle School 51 is a public school located at 350 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, NY. Families with children in grades six through eight are welcome and appreciated. Faculty and staff aim to teach tolerance, empower children, awaken curiosity and help create a better tomorrow. Students balance an intense, accelerated academic program with an artistic program in an urban school setting. The diverse and inclusive community allows all students to feel safe and valued.
Students build an academic foundation at William Alexander Middle School 51 while learning from their experiences. The school-based support team includes a social worker, psychologist, family worker, and educational evaluator to counsel students as needed. Students enjoy a sense of independence under the care and expert instruction of highly successful educators who know how to captivate students. A solid academic curriculum helps to prepare middle school students for high school. Students may also choose one of six subjects as part of the arts curriculum, including vocal music, theater, instrumental music, dance, photography, or fine art, to explore their sense of self-expression. As a result, the school sends its graduates to the city's top performing arts high schools, receiving countless awards each year.
M.S. 51 William Alexander
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
350 5th Ave,
Brooklyn, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 15
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Lenore Dileo-berner
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
53%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Niche Grade
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
53%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
76
Full Time Teachers
76
Teachers in First or Second Year
5%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
13%
State Average
20%
Math
12%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
543:1
Student Diversity
Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%
Hispanic
33.5%
White
27.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
23.5%
Black
8.9%
Two or more races
5.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/20/2024
i had a wonderful experience at this school. i felt like i could be myself and the kids were friendly and welcoming. i was able to pursue my interests with supportive, yet challenging instructors and i never felt judged or belittled. even after covid hit, and i had a lot of trouble socially, my teachers looked out for me, and above all else, treated me like a human. i wont ever forget the kindness that students and teachers alike showed me here.
4/27/2022
Ms51 is a great school for introducing a student to the arts and has excellent academics. The only downside is the lack of school sports/clubs.
12/30/2015
Coming from an middle school where the teaching was mediocre, the teachers here at Beacon exceeded my expectations. My daughter stuggled in the beginning of the year a bit, but after attending tutoring available at school, she is doing a lot better.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/2/2025
Terrible school. Hated it so much needed to transfer. At much better school now. Teachers are mean and unqualified. Not a good environment for students. Uninvolved staff. Not an ounce of care or compassion
5/20/2025
I want to say that it's a great school and kids get to learn. I like my teachers. But the hallway doesn't feel safe sometimes kids push and shove and they say mean things. I know some people who were bullied and nothing happened. No one cares enough to do something. You can say something and nothing...
10/13/2024
My son is in 6th grade here and we have been very happy with the school so far. The academics are strong, and Principal Chan and his admin work very hard for the kids. The location is a huge plus, as the kids have access to the park next door. I was skeptical after all the transitions MS 51 has been...
5/4/2024
Great people to work with the teacher are amazing
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List Price Range
$94K - $3.2M
Homes For Sale
18
Average Home Value
$1,778,468
Median Lot Size
1,524 Sq Ft
% Renters
61%
Household Income
$190,736
% of College Grads
82.6%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
2,472 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
70.9%
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Parks in this Area
Dean Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Prospect Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Washington Park Dog Run
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Park Slope Playground
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
J.J. Byrne Playground
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Trails
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