Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Explore Excel Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explore Excel Charter School's student population of 560 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Explore Schools means a brighter future and a good education.
School Rankings
Explore Excel Charter 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 Explore Excel Charter School is 0.21, 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
#2539 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
89%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Explore Excel Charter School's ranking?
Explore Excel Charter School is ranked #2539 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Explore Excel Charter School often compared to?
Explore Excel Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canarsie Ascend Charter School, Leadership Preparatory Canarsie Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Explore Excel Charter School?
560 students attend Explore Excel Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Explore Excel Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explore Excel Charter School?
Explore Excel 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 Excel Charter School offer ?
Explore Excel Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explore Excel Charter School part of?
Explore Excel Charter School is part of Explore Excel Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Explore Excel Charter School located?
Explore Excel Charter School is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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