Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christopher Avenue Community School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christopher Avenue Community School serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher Avenue Community School's student population of 297 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Christopher Avenue 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 Christopher Avenue Community 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
#2624 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Avenue Community School's ranking?
Christopher Avenue Community School is ranked #2624 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Christopher Avenue Community School?
297 students attend Christopher Avenue Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Christopher Avenue Community School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christopher Avenue Community School?
Christopher Avenue Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Christopher Avenue Community School offer ?
Christopher Avenue Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Christopher Avenue Community School part of?
Christopher Avenue Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Christopher Avenue Community School located?
Christopher Avenue Community School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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