Serving 929 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brownsville Ascend Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownsville Ascend Charter School's student population of 929 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brownsville Ascend Charter School is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
84%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Brownsville Ascend Charter School often compared to?
Brownsville Ascend Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Ascend Charter School?
929 students attend Brownsville Ascend Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Brownsville Ascend Charter School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownsville Ascend Charter School?
Brownsville Ascend Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownsville Ascend Charter School offer ?
Brownsville Ascend Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownsville Ascend Charter School part of?
Brownsville Ascend Charter School is part of Brownsville Ascend Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Ascend Charter School located?
Brownsville Ascend Charter School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2023
I love the culture and curriculum of this school. My daughter has excelled so well and her teachers are her biggest motivators.
5 3/24/2023
Absolutely love the culture and curriculum of this school. My daughter is motivated to learn and progress and the teachers are very attentive to her needs.
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