Serving 771 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bushwick Ascend 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 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushwick Ascend Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bushwick Ascend Charter School's student population of 771 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bushwick Ascend 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 Bushwick Ascend Charter School is 0.32, 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
#1884 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushwick Ascend Charter School's ranking?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School is ranked #1884 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bushwick Ascend Charter School often compared to?
Bushwick Ascend Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First-bushwick Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
771 students attend Bushwick Ascend Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bushwick Ascend Charter School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bushwick Ascend Charter School offer ?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bushwick Ascend Charter School part of?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School is part of Bushwick Ascend Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bushwick Ascend Charter School located?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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