Unity Prep Charter School – Middle School

Unity Prep Charter School - Middle School is a tuition-free public charter school in Brooklyn, New York, serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum, including Regents courses in middle school and 10 Advanced Placement options in high school, with a strong emphasis on personalized learning. With a student-to-staff ratio of 7:1, Unity Prep provides daily advisory, small classes, and dedicated support in academics, mental health, and college and career readiness. The school fosters a well-rounded education through over 20 athletic teams, 16 elective clubs, and extensive civic engagement programs, including community service and family ambassador initiatives. It is recognized for its 100% college admission rate among 2024 graduates and a 93% four-year graduation rate, surpassing the citywide average.

The school’s mission centers on empowering students as scholars and citizens, rooted in three core elements: rigorous academics, enriching extracurricular and enrichment activities, and active civic engagement. These elements are supported by a dedicated team of educators and staff committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and challenging learning environment. The school is governed by a diverse Board of Trustees with expertise in education, finance, law, and real estate, ensuring transparency and strategic oversight. Unity Prep also offers its facilities for community use, supporting local events and programs throughout the year.

Located on Monroe Street, the school sits about 0.1 miles from Israel Putnam Playground and is within a short walk of the First Quincy Street Community Garden and Feeding Tree Garden. It is also near the New York City Police Department’s 79th Precinct and the Bed-Stuy Aquarium, all within a half-mile radius. The surrounding neighborhood, Bedford-Stuyvesant, provides a vibrant community context for the school’s mission.

Unity Prep is known for its high academic standards, strong student support, and commitment to long-term success, reflected in its consistent college admission outcomes and high graduation rates. It stands as a model of inclusive, personalized education in central Brooklyn.

Services:

• Academic Programs
• Athletics
• Charter School Management
• High School Education
• Middle School Education