Empowering bright boys, building strong leaders, and fostering a brotherhood that lasts a lifetime! We are and all boys middle school located in the Lower East Side of NYC. George Jackson Academy is the only independent, non-sectarian, needs-blind upper elementary and middle school for bright boys from low-income families in NYC. The school was created to engage underserved, academically capable boys from 4th to 8th grade, a time when young men are particularly vulnerable to disengaging from school. George Jackson Academy creates a life-changing experience by challenging its students to grow not only as scholars, but also as friends and brothers in community. No child is denied admission because of an inability to pay.