Serving 1,057 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's student population of 1,057 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 0.35, 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
#1599 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
79%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is ranked #1599 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
1,057 students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School part of?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is part of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School located?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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