Serving 156 students in grades 6-8, Achievement First Voyager Charter School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement First Voyager Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Achievement First Voyager Charter School's student population of 156 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Voyager 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 Voyager Charter School is 0.30, 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
#2024 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
83%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Voyager Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Voyager Charter School is ranked #2024 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Achievement First Voyager Charter School often compared to?
Achievement First Voyager Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Explore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Voyager Charter School?
156 students attend Achievement First Voyager Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Achievement First Voyager Charter School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Voyager Charter School?
Achievement First Voyager Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Voyager Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Voyager Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Voyager Charter School part of?
Achievement First Voyager Charter School is part of Achievement First Voyager Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Voyager Charter School located?
Achievement First Voyager Charter School is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
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