Serving 223 students in grades 6-12, Summit Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit Charter School's student population of 223 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Charter School is 0.54, 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
#1205 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
36%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Charter School's ranking?
Summit Charter School is ranked #1205 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Charter School?
The graduation rate of Summit Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Summit Charter School?
223 students attend Summit Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Summit Charter School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Charter School?
Summit Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Summit Charter School offer ?
Summit Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Charter School part of?
Summit Charter School is part of Summit Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Charter School located?
Summit 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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