Serving 202 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brownsville Collegiate 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School's student population of 202 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Brownsville Collegiate Charter 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 Brownsville Collegiate Charter School is 0.57, 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
#3331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
48%
31%
Black
45%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownsville Collegiate Charter School's ranking?
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School is ranked #3331 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Collegiate Charter School?
202 students attend Brownsville Collegiate Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Brownsville Collegiate Charter School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% 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 Brownsville Collegiate Charter School?
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownsville Collegiate Charter School offer ?
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Collegiate Charter School part of?
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School is part of Brownsville Collegiate Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Collegiate Charter School located?
Brownsville Collegiate Charter School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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