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Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School

School · ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL

790 E NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Charter

Enrollment

1,370

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,134 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#279 of 570

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School

6.5/10

School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School

Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL. Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School serves approximately 1,370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,134 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Achievement First Crown Heights 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.

44% of students at Achievement First Crown Heights 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 Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,714
Chronic Absenteeism43.9%

Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School — Students at Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
52.2%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
5
2 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
2 boys'·3 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

790 E NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.1
PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.8
PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.0
YESHIVAS TOMCHEI TMIMIM Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.3
LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.5
SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.8
BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.3
NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.7
PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.4
MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MEDIA LAW AND FINE ARTS (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.1
KINGS COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.0
BATTALION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.0
PS 398 WALTER WEAVER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.3
PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.0
GAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
CHABAD GIRLS ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi
BNOS CHOMESH Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.1
PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
ST MARK'S DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,028

Median Home Value

$677,700

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

76,853

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

46 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

43.2

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RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye, NY 6.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 1 New York, NY 6.4
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY 6.6
AVENUES THE WORLD SCHOOL New York, NY 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School

What grades does Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School serve?

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

How many students attend Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School?

Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 1,370 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School rank in NY?

Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School ranks #2,134 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Crown Heights Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Achievement First Crown Heights Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Achievement First Crown Heights 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 Crown Heights Charter School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,370
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
1,370
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,714
District Rank
#1 of 1

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