Serving 210 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brooklyn Rise Charter School's student population of 210 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Rise Charter School is 0.48, 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
#791 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
70%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
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 Brooklyn Rise Charter School's ranking?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is ranked #791 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Rise Charter School?
210 students attend Brooklyn Rise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Brooklyn Rise Charter School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Rise Charter School?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Rise Charter School offer ?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Rise Charter School part of?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is part of Brooklyn RISE Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Rise Charter School located?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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