Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brighter Choice Community 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighter Choice Community School serves a compact attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighter Choice Community School's student population of 200 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Brighter Choice Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighter Choice Community School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3690 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
42%
15%
White
12%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Progressive - Dual language - STEAM
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighter Choice Community School's ranking?
Brighter Choice Community School is ranked #3690 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brighter Choice Community School?
200 students attend Brighter Choice Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Brighter Choice Community School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brighter Choice Community School?
Brighter Choice Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brighter Choice Community School offer ?
Brighter Choice Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brighter Choice Community School part of?
Brighter Choice Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is Brighter Choice Community School located?
Brighter Choice Community School is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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