William McKinley 259 is a large public school at 7305 Fort Hamilton Pkwy in Brooklyn, New York. The junior high serves students in grades 6-8; their mascot is the Lion. Teachers work hard at engaging students while educating them in science, technology, social studies, arts, math, programming and language arts. The school provides students with wireless Internet, mobile laptops, iPads, smartboards and other advanced technology to prepare students for the digital world.
An interesting feature of William McKinley 259 is a program designed for students interested in starting their own business. In this program, students develop projects and materials necessary for their new business venture. In doing so, they access industry-grade creative production and development software, such as Adobe Creative Suite. These projects develop students' technology, research, communications and problem-solving skills while encouraging critical thinking.
William McKinley 259 has a robust range of extracurricular activities, with teachers staying late to moderate after-school clubs.
William McKinley 259 is a community school. This means it serves as a hub for community interaction. Community partners connect students and their families with a range of social services, including health care and emotional support. Community schools foster in students a sense of community responsibility, leadership and participation and help them fulfill their educational and professional dreams.
Junior High School 259 William McKinley
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
7301 Fort Hamilton Pky,
Brooklyn, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 20
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Janice Geary
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
76%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
76%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
109
Full Time Teachers
109
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.1%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
9%
State Average
20%
Math
11%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
509:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
49.8%
White
24.5%
Hispanic
22.8%
Two or more races
1.3%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings
#13
Niche Standout MS in New York
#27
Best Public MS Teachers in New York
#102
Best Public MS in New York
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/13/2019
Uhh I hated it I got bullied and the teachers and deans didn't even do anything about it I hate the school it's terrible ugly school
GreatSchools Reviews
9/9/2024
The worst experience my son had in his life is in this school.My son was in a gifted and talented program. Somehow when he went to middle school at McKinley they put him in a regular class and when I went to talk to them they said that all classes are already set and they will look at it the followi...
5/7/2024
This school is way different than what you see on the reviews don’t let your child go there
9/28/2023
The students love what they are learning in Alamost all their classes and enjoy the fun.
7/28/2023
It’s is an amazing school with an incredible staff!! They care so much about their students!The Principal is one of the best in the country!Can’t go by a few inaccurate reviews! Parents and students love this school! Best in NYC!
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Dyker Heights
List Price Range
$623K - $3.6M
Homes For Sale
20
Average Home Value
$1,215,936
Median Lot Size
1,742 Sq Ft
% Renters
56%
Household Income
$98,748
% of College Grads
35.1%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
1,762 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
52.2%
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Parks in this Area
Tom McDonald Triangle
- Picnic Area
- Trails
McKinley Park
- Dog Park
- Tennis
- Trails
Patrick O'Rourke Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Dyker Beach Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Leif Ericson Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Dan Ross Playground
- Playground
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