Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Explore 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explore Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Explore Charter School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Understanding is the first step to acceptance.
School Rankings
Explore 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 Explore Charter School is 0.43, 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
#973 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explore Charter School's ranking?
Explore Charter School is ranked #973 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Explore Charter School often compared to?
Explore Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School-flatbush, P.s. 249 Caton 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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Explore Charter School?
574 students attend Explore Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Explore Charter School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Explore Charter School?
Explore Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Explore Charter School offer ?
Explore Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explore Charter School part of?
Explore Charter School is part of Explore Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Explore Charter School located?
Explore Charter School is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
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