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#1952 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
Achievement First Apollo Charter School
Elementary School · ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL
350 LINWOOD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,952 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#247 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Achievement First Apollo Charter School
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About Achievement First Apollo Charter School
Achievement First Apollo Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL. Achievement First Apollo Charter School serves approximately 871 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement First Apollo Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,952 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Achievement First Apollo Charter School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Achievement First Apollo Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
51% of students at Achievement First Apollo Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Achievement First Apollo Charter School — Students at Achievement First Apollo Charter School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Achievement First Apollo Charter School Compares
See how Achievement First Apollo Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 LINWOOD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Achievement First Apollo Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 108 SAL ABBRACCIAMENTO (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 149 DANNY KAYE (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 65 (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VISTA ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LIBERTY AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| EAST BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EBACS) Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 89 CYPRESS HILLS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 345 PATROLMAN ROBERT BOLDEN Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 108 SAL ABBRACCIAMENTO Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 158 WARWICK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 290 JUAN MOREL CAMPOS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| JHS 292 MARGARET S DOUGLAS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| JHS 218 JAMES P SINNOTT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CLASSICS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 65 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 149 DANNY KAYE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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| EXPLORE EXCEL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Achievement First Apollo Charter School
What grades does Achievement First Apollo Charter School serve?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Achievement First Apollo Charter School?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Apollo Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Apollo Charter School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Achievement First Apollo Charter School rank in NY?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School ranks #1,952 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Achievement First Apollo Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Achievement First Apollo Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Achievement First Apollo Charter School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Achievement First Apollo Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Achievement First Apollo Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Achievement First Apollo Charter School a Title I school?
No, Achievement First Apollo Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 871
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.6%
- Phone
- (347) 471-2620
Resources & Links
District
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 871
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,753
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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