School Overview
JHS 50, also known as the John D. Wells School, is a public middle school located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s district 14. Historically rooted in the local community, the school aims to provide a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for the transition to high school, focusing on core curriculum subjects including mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies.

The school environment at JHS 50 emphasizes the development of the "whole child," often integrating extracurricular programs and support services to foster social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. Being situated in a rapidly evolving area of Brooklyn, the school works to accommodate a diverse student population, striving to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and community involvement. Families interested in specific performance metrics, current academic initiatives, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to consult the NYC Department of Education’s official school quality reports or reach out to the school administration directly.
388
Total Students
45.5
Full-Time Teachers
8.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS
Demographic Student Count
White41
Hispanic242
Black84
Asian10
Two or More6
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    242 (62.4%)
  • Black
    84 (21.6%)
  • White
    41 (10.6%)
  • Asian
    10 (2.6%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.5%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Phone: (718)387-4184
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 388
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 327
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 6 121
Grade 7 127
Grade 8 138
Ungraded 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS
Grade Student Count
Grade 6121
Grade 7127
Grade 8138
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19450%
Male19450%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)