Below Average
#3764 of 4,742 schools in NY
Beginning With Children Charter School II
School · BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II
215 HEYWARD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,764 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#461 of 570
public schools
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Beginning With Children Charter School II
School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beginning With Children Charter School II
Beginning With Children Charter School II is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II. Beginning With Children Charter School II serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beginning With Children Charter School II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,764 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Beginning With Children Charter School II show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Beginning With Children Charter School II 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.
Score Breakdown
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Beginning With Children Charter School II — Students at Beginning With Children Charter School II score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 15 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: 1.3/10.
How Beginning With Children Charter School II Compares
See how Beginning With Children Charter School II performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
215 HEYWARD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beginning With Children Charter School II may also want to explore other schools in the area. TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA YESODE HATORAH (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETH CHANA SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YISROEL INC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EL PUENTE ACADEMY FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MOSDOS CHASIDEI SQUARE Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 319 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BETH CHANA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| YESHIVA YESODE HATORAH Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| BAIS RUCHEL DSATMAR GIRLS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| TALMUD TORAH TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 250 GEORGE H LINDSAY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 16 LEONARD DUNKLY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.7 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| BRUSHTON GRADE SCHOOL Brushton, NY | 4.6 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-ELEMENTARY Elmhurst, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beginning With Children Charter School II
What grades does Beginning With Children Charter School II serve?
Beginning With Children Charter School II serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Beginning With Children Charter School II?
Beginning With Children Charter School II has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beginning With Children Charter School II?
The student-teacher ratio at Beginning With Children Charter School II is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beginning With Children Charter School II rank in NY?
Beginning With Children Charter School II ranks #3,764 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Beginning With Children Charter School II's MySchoolScout rating?
Beginning With Children Charter School II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Beginning With Children Charter School II?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beginning With Children Charter School II has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Beginning With Children Charter School II a charter school?
Yes, Beginning With Children Charter School II is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Beginning With Children Charter School II a Title I school?
No, Beginning With Children Charter School II is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beginning With Children Charter School II?
90.4% of students at Beginning With Children Charter School II qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (718) 302-7700
Resources & Links
District
BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II- District Enrollment
- 712
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,412
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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