Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School's student population of 753 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is 0.30, 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
#1073 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
83%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School's ranking?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is ranked #1073 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School often compared to?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School-flatbush, Explore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
753 students attend Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
Central Brooklyn 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 Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School offer ?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School part of?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is part of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School located?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Little Haiti.
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