Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Community Roots 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 58% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Roots Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Community Roots Charter School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Community Roots 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 Community Roots Charter School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1713 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Roots Charter School's ranking?
Community Roots Charter School is ranked #1713 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Community Roots Charter School often compared to?
Community Roots Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Community Roots Charter School?
469 students attend Community Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Community Roots Charter School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Roots Charter School?
Community Roots Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community Roots Charter School offer ?
Community Roots Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Roots Charter School part of?
Community Roots Charter School is part of Community Roots Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Roots Charter School located?
Community Roots Charter School is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
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