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Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School
Elementary School · BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL
856 QUINCY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,553 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#545 of 570
public schools
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Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School
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About Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL. Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,553 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Brooklyn Excelsior 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.
82% of students at Brooklyn Excelsior 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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Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School — Students at Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School Compares
See how Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
856 QUINCY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood 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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| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell, NY | 3.3 |
| BLONEVA BOND PRIMARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 3.3 |
| FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 3.3 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake, NY | 3.3 |
| LAKESHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
| NORMA ADAMS CLEMONS ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School
What grades does Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School serve?
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School?
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School ranks #4,553 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School?
82.6% of students at Brooklyn Excelsior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.4%
- Phone
- (718) 246-5681
Resources & Links
District
BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 557
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,034
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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