Brooklyn Charter School

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Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-5
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 30-34%
  • : 15-19%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Brooklyn Charter School's student population of 171 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
12 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Brooklyn Charter School is 0.36, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
(14-15)
30-34%
48%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
(14-15)
15-19%
40%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Brooklyn Charter School and percentage of American Indian public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Asian
1%
10%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of Asian public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hispanic
18%
29%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
78%
16%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of Black public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
2%
41%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of White public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in NY.
0.36
This chart display the diversity score of Brooklyn Charter School and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
51%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Brooklyn Charter School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • The Brooklyn Charter School`s educational program is designed to meet each learner at their point of entry. Our program is research-based, inclusive of all learning styles and abilities, and is focused on the development, growth and success of the individual learner. All learners are expected to meet and exceed the grade level benchmarks of the Common Core Learning Standards. To do this BCS implements a rigorous curriculum, uses all assessment data to foster effective teaching and learning, incorporates the model of two teachers in the classroom, K-5, and maintains small sized classrooms that foster greater individual attention. The program has been created to raise achievement levels by preparing students with both basic and enriched skills in Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. In addition, students are expected to experience and develop a cultural vocabulary in Music and Dance. Students are also taught citizenry and resilience through Harambee (community gathering) and school-wide assemblies. Here, students and faculty work together to create a positive, respectful and nurturing community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Charter School?
171 students attend Brooklyn Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Brooklyn Charter School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Brooklyn Charter School offer ?
Brooklyn Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Charter School part of?
Brooklyn Charter School is part of Brooklyn Charter School School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 30-34%
  • : 15-19%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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