East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) serves 152 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs)'s student population of 152 students has grown by 210% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
39%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs)?
152 students attend East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs)?
East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) offer ?
East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) part of?
East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) is part of East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) School District.
In what neighborhood is East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) located?
East Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (Ebacs) is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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