Legacy School of the Arts
PS 849 — East Flatbush, Brooklyn
A creative, inclusive public middle school where every student discovers their voice through the arts, technology, and a joyful community.
Grades 6–8 • 300 students • A safe, judgment-free space where every child belongs.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in Brooklyn, Legacy School of the Arts serves grades 6–8 with a bold mission: to develop academically and emotionally intelligent global citizens through high-quality, arts-integrated education. Our signature programs in music, drama, and visual arts spark creativity, collaboration, and confidence in every student.
We are a welcoming, inclusive community where students feel safe to explore their identities and potential. Through social-emotional learning, mental health support, and culturally responsive teaching, we prepare students for a bright, creative future grounded in 21st-century skills.
in Grades 6–8
(Music, Drama, Dance, Visual Arts)
Core Curriculum
Partnerships
What We Offer
Our Programs
Arts-integrated academics that inspire creativity, collaboration, and academic excellence.
Music
Students explore musical expression and teamwork by learning instruments, performing in ensembles, and developing an appreciation for diverse musical traditions.
Explore MusicDrama
Through acting, scriptwriting, and stagecraft, students build confidence, collaboration, and creativity while performing in theatrical productions.
Explore DramaVisual Arts
Students develop technical skills and self-expression through drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media, exploring diverse artistic traditions.
Explore Visual ArtsMark Your Calendar
Upcoming Events
School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.
A live events calendar, right here.
Your Google Calendar syncs straight into the site — tours, PTA meetings, and key dates update automatically, no re-typing. We wire this up when you come aboard.
Invest in our
children's future.
Your donation funds arts programs, teaching assistants, and school trips. Every dollar makes a difference for our students.