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Achievement First Brownsville Charter School

School · ACHIEVEMENT FIRST BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL

2021 BERGEN ST-RM 149, Brooklyn, NY 11233

Charter

Enrollment

844

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,504 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#323 of 570

public schools

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Achievement First Brownsville Charter School

6.1/10

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About Achievement First Brownsville Charter School

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of ACHIEVEMENT FIRST BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL. Achievement First Brownsville Charter School serves approximately 844 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,504 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Achievement First Brownsville Charter School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Achievement First Brownsville 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.

68% of students at Achievement First Brownsville 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
AP Participation38%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,194
Chronic Absenteeism67.5%

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School — Students at Achievement First Brownsville Charter School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
48.9%
ELA
52.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Achievement First Brownsville Charter School Compares

See how Achievement First Brownsville Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in NY
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
38% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2021 BERGEN ST-RM 149, Brooklyn, NY 11233

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Achievement First Brownsville Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY OCEAN HILL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BROOKLYN COLLEGIATE: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 8.0
PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY Brooklyn 0.1 mi 3.3
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN II Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.4
OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.9
PS/IS 155 NICHOLAS HERKIMER Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.3
BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
BROOKLYN ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORATION SCHOOL (BEES) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.2
PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.2
PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.7
BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.6
DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.3
RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER II Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.5
SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.7
BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.4
CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.6
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY OCEAN HILL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.8
PS/IS 323 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 3.3
MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.2
PS 137 RACHEL JEAN MITCHELL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,034

Median Home Value

$1,013,000

Median Rent

$1,613/mo

Population

82,711

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

23.1%

Avg Commute

40.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.6%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Achievement First Brownsville Charter School

What grades does Achievement First Brownsville Charter School serve?

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 844 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Achievement First Brownsville Charter School rank in NY?

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks #2,504 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Brownsville Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Achievement First Brownsville 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 Brownsville Charter School a Title I school?

No, Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
844
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.5%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

District

ACHIEVEMENT FIRST BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
844
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,194
District Rank
#1 of 1

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