Our Vibrant, Inclusive School Community

Where Every Student Belongs And Succeeds

Launch Schools is more than a place for middle school and high school students to learn. We’re a community built on connection, care, and the belief that every child can thrive.

Rooted in Ubuntu, Crew, Excellence, and Equity, we create a learning environment where students are known, supported, and challenged. Together, we grow as learners, leaders, and changemakers.

Who We Are

 Launch Schools By The Numbers

We serve students and families from across Brooklyn reflecting  the vibrant diversity of our city. Our staff bring deep experience and shared commitment to rigor, equity, and belonging. Launch students consistently outperform district peers in both growth and achievement:

2 Campuses Serving Brooklyn students in grades 6–9—and growing.

  • 15+ Years Of proven success in equity-driven education.

  • 6:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio — because relationships matter.

  • 1,000+ Students served across Launch's history.

  • 50+ Community partners in tech, arts, and activism.

  • 50 Family Net Promoter Score (considered excellent by industry standards)

  • 97% of students identify as people of color

82% of staff identify as people of color

Our Unique Academic Approach

Experiential Learning (EL Education)

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Outdoor and Adventure Based Education

At Launch, students explore their potential beyond the classroom. Our outdoor learning experiences—including a signature camping trip in partnership with NYC Outward Bound—build confidence, teamwork, and resilience.

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We are proud to follow the EL Education model, which challenges students through real-world projects that build academic mastery, character, and high-quality work. Students go beyond completing assignments to solve problems, lead discussions, and create work they’re proud of.

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Restorative Justice

At Launch, we prioritize healthy relationships. Through daily Crew, community circles, and restorative conversations, we create space to listen, repair trauma, and grow stronger together. Our peacekeepers program empowers students to learn the fundamentals of conflict resolution, mediation, and strong communication skills to be Restorative Justice leaders in the community. 

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Transforming The Future Of Education In Our City

Launch High School is the first High School part of Runway Green ecosystem, NYCs first state-of-the-art K-12 learning campus at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn. This transformational learning environment, built on 1,300 acres of National Park Service land, directly provides access for more than 50,000 students to career exploration and work-based learning focused on issues of sustainability, empowering them to become leaders in the Green Careers of the future.

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