Below Average
#3638 of 4,742 schools in NY
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School
Elementary School · BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL
2635 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
727
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
727
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,638 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#447 of 570
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Brooklyn Scholars Charter School
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brooklyn Scholars Charter School
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL. Brooklyn Scholars Charter School serves approximately 727 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Scholars Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,638 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Scholars Charter School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Brooklyn Scholars 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.
48% of students at Brooklyn Scholars 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 Scholars Charter School — Students at Brooklyn Scholars Charter School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
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: 4.9/10.
How Brooklyn Scholars Charter School Compares
See how Brooklyn Scholars Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2635 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Scholars Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 214 MICHAEL FRIEDSAM (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Scholars Charter School
What grades does Brooklyn Scholars Charter School serve?
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Scholars Charter School?
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 727 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Scholars Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Scholars Charter School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Scholars Charter School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School ranks #3,638 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Scholars Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Scholars Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Scholars Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Scholars Charter School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brooklyn Scholars Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Brooklyn Scholars 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 Scholars Charter School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Scholars Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Scholars Charter School?
79.8% of students at Brooklyn Scholars 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
- 727
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (718) 348-9360
Resources & Links
District
BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 727
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,554
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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