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Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School

Middle School · BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL

800 GATES AVE-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Charter

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

5th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,555 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#436 of 570

public schools

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School

5.0/10

Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 5th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL. Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 5th-9th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,555 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate 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.

45% of students at Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,433
Chronic Absenteeism45.2%

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School — Students at Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 23 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
21%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2021
Math
14.3%
ELA
43.5%
2022
Math
25.2%
ELA
55%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.

How Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School Compares

See how Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.2%

Location

800 GATES AVE-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 6.1/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.0 mi 6.1
LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.2
PS 308 CLARA CARDWELL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.5
EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.6
WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.9
BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 9.5
PS 26 JESSE OWENS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.6
MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
PS 262 EL HAJJ MALIK EL SHABAZZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.2
PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.7
THE CO-OP SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.6
MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.9
EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.3
PS 274 KOSCIUSKO Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.5
PS 309 GEORGE E WIBECAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.0
EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.8
EXCELLENCE BOYS CHARTER SCHOOL OF BEDFORD STUYVESANT Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,122

Median Home Value

$1,061,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

90,750

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

21.7%

Avg Commute

42.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School

What grades does Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School serve?

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 9th.

How many students attend Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School?

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School rank in NY?

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School ranks #3,555 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School a Title I school?

No, Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School?

82.8% of students at Bedford Stuyvesant Collegiate Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
96 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 9th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.2%

District

BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
303
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,433
District Rank
#1 of 1

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