The Hellenic Classical Charter School is a Brooklyn, New York City Ethnic-culture based charter school that focuses on the "classical study of the Greek and Latin languages, as well as history, art, and other cultural studies.”
Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Wisdom, Knowledge, Truth
School Rankings
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope is 0.64, 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
#712 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope's ranking?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope is ranked #712 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope often compared to?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slopeis often viewed alongside schools like Magnet School Of Math Science & Design Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope?
493 students attend Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope offer ?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope part of?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope is part of Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope School District.
In what neighborhood is Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope located?
Hellenic Classical Charter School Park Slope is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This was my favorite school. I learned so much; I made friends on the first day. I am very sad we are moving.
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