Needs Improvement
#4667 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Achievement First Linden Charter School
Elementary School · ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL
800 VAN SICLEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
32.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,667 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#559 of 570
public schools
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Achievement First Linden Charter School
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About Achievement First Linden Charter School
Achievement First Linden Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL. Achievement First Linden Charter School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 32.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement First Linden Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,667 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Achievement First Linden Charter School show 29% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Achievement First Linden Charter School runs 32.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Achievement First Linden 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.
72% of students at Achievement First Linden 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 Linden Charter School — Students at Achievement First Linden Charter School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Achievement First Linden Charter School Compares
See how Achievement First Linden Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 VAN SICLEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Achievement First Linden Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 36 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 4 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 213 NEW LOTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 2.3 |
| PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 273 WORTMAN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 190 SHEFFIELD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ASPIRE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| FDNY-CAPTAIN VERNON A RICHARDS HS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 2.8 |
| CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
| FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge, NY | 2.8 |
| GOUVERNEUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gouverneur, NY | 2.8 |
| HYDE PARK SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
| JAMES WELDON JOHNSON SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Achievement First Linden Charter School
What grades does Achievement First Linden Charter School serve?
Achievement First Linden Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Achievement First Linden Charter School?
Achievement First Linden Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Linden Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Linden Charter School is 32.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Achievement First Linden Charter School rank in NY?
Achievement First Linden Charter School ranks #4,667 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Achievement First Linden Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Achievement First Linden Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Linden Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Achievement First Linden Charter School has 29% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Achievement First Linden Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Achievement First Linden 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 Linden Charter School a Title I school?
No, Achievement First Linden Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.5%
- Phone
- (347) 471-2700
Resources & Links
District
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 646
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,418
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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