Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs)'s student population of 235 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) is 0.26, 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
#987 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
86%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs)'s ranking?
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) is ranked #987 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs)?
235 students attend East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 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 East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs)?
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) offer ?
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) part of?
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) is part of East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) School District.
In what neighborhood is East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) located?
East Flatbush Ascend Charter School (Efacs) is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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