Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc 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 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc's student population of 513 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc is 0.31, 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
#973 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Uncommon Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc's ranking?
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc is ranked #973 out of 4,346 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc?
513 students attend Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc?
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc offer ?
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc part of?
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc is part of Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc School District.
In what neighborhood is Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc located?
Uncommon Crown Heights Charter School Nyc is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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