Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Explore Empower 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 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Empower Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Explore Empower Charter School's student population of 458 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Explore Empower Charter School is 0.24, 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)23%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)16%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
87%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Explore Empower Charter School often compared to?
Explore Empower Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Explore Empower Charter School?
458 students attend Explore Empower Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Explore Empower Charter School students are Black, 10% 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 Explore Empower Charter School?
Explore Empower Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Explore Empower Charter School offer ?
Explore Empower Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Empower Charter School part of?
Explore Empower Charter School is part of Explore Empower Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Explore Empower Charter School located?
Explore Empower Charter School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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