For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 223 students in 11217, NY.
The top-ranked public charter school in 11217, NY is New Dawn Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 11217 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New York public charter school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Charter schools in 11217, NY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public charter school average of 95% (majority Black).
Best 11217, NY Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Dawn Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
242 Hoyt St
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(347) 505-9101
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(347) 505-9101
Gr: 9-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
11217, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
362 Schermerhorn St
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 222-6200
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 222-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 11217, NY?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 11217, NY include New Dawn Charter High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 11217?
1 public charter schools are located in 11217.
What is the racial composition of students in 11217?
11217 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public charter schools average of 95% (majority Black).
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