Sunset Park Prep M.S. 821 is a middle school located in Sunset Park on 4th Avenue between 40th and 41st Streets. This stately school boasts traditional red brick architecture and is surrounded by beautiful mature trees. There are just over 500 sixth through eighth grade students currently enrolled in this highly regarded institution.
The middle school offers special education programs and English as a new language support to all grades. Students can enjoy a multitude of clubs and extracurricular activities to explore their interests while also meeting others who share similar interests. Programming includes crochet club, morning basketball, Science Olympiad, Helping Hands, Urban Debate League, news crew, robotics and much more.
Academic curriculum includes Regents High School courses in algebra 1, earth science and Spanish language proficiency. All students participate in a standards-based curriculum and are supported by teachers and administrators that value and are committed to professional development that supports the educational growth and social emotional development of their students.
Sunset Park Prep
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
4004 4th Ave,
Brooklyn, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 15
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Jennifer Spalding
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
21%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
C+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
21%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
48
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.8%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
51%
State Average
20%
Math
35%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
508:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
Hispanic
81.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.9%
White
7%
Two or more races
1.1%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/26/2019
There's definitely some annoying teachers there and some teacher are biased there but overall this school is actually pretty nice the teacher won't make you feel left out like if you cry or something they will definitely help you. For people that are new to this school you made a pretty alright decision.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/3/2021
My son was placed Sunset Park prep through the NYC lottery. We ended up being pleasantly surprised. This school is filled with dedicated teachers and staff. The teachers take the time to make sure all the students do well and understand what they are learning. They spend the first month teaching kid...
6/22/2021
My 6th grader started at Sunset Park Prep during the pandemic so I was able to sit in on his classes and meetings on home days. His teachers and principal are engaging and caring. They promote empathy and inclusion and celebrate diversity. I have been very impressed. It is very easy to communicate o...
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List Price Range
$388K - $3.5M
Homes For Sale
55
Average Home Value
$1,004,819
Median Lot Size
1,306 Sq Ft
% Renters
82%
Average Household Income
$79,124
% of College Grads
22.6%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
908 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
85.1%
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Parks in this Area
Sunset Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Pool
Rainbow Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Martin Luther Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pena Herrera Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
John Allen Payne Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
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Sunset Park Prep is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Brooklyn, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 15 in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 458 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 21% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Sunset Park Prep has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,004,819. Discover additional schools in the area, like P.S. 371 - Lillian L. Rashkis, Sunset Park High School, P.S. 53, and more. Learn more about what Brooklyn has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sunset Park Prep.