Serving 1,175 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's student population of 1,175 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
80%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is ranked #834 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
1,175 students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School part of?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is part of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School District.
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