Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fresh Creek School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fresh Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fresh Creek School's student population of 148 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fresh Creek School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
67%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fresh Creek School often compared to?
Fresh Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First East New York Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Fresh Creek School?
148 students attend Fresh Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fresh Creek School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fresh Creek School?
Fresh Creek School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fresh Creek School offer ?
Fresh Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fresh Creek School part of?
Fresh Creek School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fresh Creek School located?
Fresh Creek School is located in the Financial District neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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