Edward R Murrow High School

This school is excellent for self-motivators and/or artists. The music and theater program is incredible. Even if you are not in these programs you are guaranteed to enjoy the talents of the school in the plays, concerts and SING performances. I attended in the late 90's and got a lot out of the self-sufficiency of the school. There are no bells to signal the end of periods and students are free to roam the halls throughout the day. The idea of the school is to prepare students for college and eliminate hand-holding. It was a great experience for me.

Outstanding school. A great place to learn. Diverse community, Abundance of course selections. A Fantastic Music and theater program. Best High School in New York City!
--Submitted by a parent

over all i think this is a excellent school. happy to be involved with the activity.Thank You
--Submitted by a parent

I only have one serious complaint about this great school: The Math department. There is an apparent shortage of English speaking Math teachers in the over crowded (34 students) for advanced freshman Geometry. Engrade computer system is no substitute for teaching skills, nor is it an adequate compensation for poor communication. I shared my student's frustration in being unable to understand his teacher and was informed a week before the cycle ended that he was failing. One session with a private tutor brought his test grade up to 80, demonstrating that there was a serious disconnect in the classroom. My complaints to the department chair were met with contentious debate and with indifference from the principle. The new chancellor needs to know that NYC public school students deserve teachers that can speak English with proficiency, are effective educators and are accountable for results.. This is a serious impediment to academic success fin any math related.
--Submitted by a parent

Edward R Murrow is one of the best public schools in Brooklyn. The student population is extremely diverse. The focus is definitely on the student and catering to each student individually. One side effect of the freedom given in choosing the classes and schedule is that it is the responsibility of the student and their parents to choose the appropriate difficulty level of the coursework. Almost every possible AP course is offered. In addition there are independent study courses called MILEs.

I graduated here in 2005, and it wasn't until I finished college that I appreciated the wealth of knowledge that I gained from this school. It made me well rounded as a person and the independent set up allowed me to transition into college easier.
--Submitted by a student

This school really helped my daughter grow as a person. I think she spent more time there, than at home because there was always something to participate in.
--Submitted by a parent

It's diversity and kindness brings better people of the future.
--Submitted by a student

We have enthusiastic teachers, awesome hallwayas, friendly students, and a unique learning experience. Murrow is the defnition of alternative education. We really need the funding, though. Some of the pages in French textebook are glued together :'(
--Submitted by a student

it is a really calm atmosphere i love the skool
--Submitted by a parent