Serving 290 students in grades 6-12, Summit Academy Charter 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Academy Charter School's student population of 290 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Rankings
Summit Academy 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 Summit Academy Charter School is 0.45, 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
#3088 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
1%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Academy Charter School's ranking?
Summit Academy Charter School is ranked #3088 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Summit Academy Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Summit Academy Charter School?
290 students attend Summit Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Summit Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 1% 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 Summit Academy Charter School?
Summit Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Summit Academy Charter School offer ?
Summit Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit Academy Charter School part of?
Summit Academy Charter School is part of Summit Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Academy Charter School located?
Summit Academy Charter School is located in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Red Hook.
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