Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- 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 809 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1722 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
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
9%
30%
Black
86%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School's ranking?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is ranked #1722 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
809 students attend Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
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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