About the School
MESA Charter High School, located in Bushwick, Brooklyn, is a STEM preparatory charter high school that focuses on providing a rigorous education for students in grades 9??2. Established in August 2013, the school serves approximately 500 students and emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) alongside critical thinking and self-advocacy skills. MESA has maintained a high graduation rate of 90% to 94% since its first graduating class in 2017. As the flagship of the MESA Links network, the school is dedicated to expanding its reach and plans to grow to over 1,000 students in the next five years. MESA offers a comprehensive college readiness program, preparing students for admissions to top universities. Additionally, the school features a "13th Grade" initiative that supports alumni in career readiness and education pathways. MESA Charter High School is committed to serving diverse communities in Brooklyn, particularly middle- and working-class families.