Excellent
#600 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 13% in state
Bushwick Ascend Charter School
Elementary School · BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL
751 KNICKERBOCKER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
771
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#600 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#58 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bushwick Ascend Charter School
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About Bushwick Ascend Charter School
Bushwick Ascend Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL. Bushwick Ascend Charter School serves approximately 771 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bushwick Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bushwick Ascend Charter School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
What's said publicly about Bushwick Ascend Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Bushwick Ascend 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.
Score Breakdown
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Bushwick Ascend Charter School — Students at Bushwick Ascend Charter School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Bushwick Ascend Charter School Compares
See how Bushwick Ascend Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
751 KNICKERBOCKER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bushwick Ascend Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BRIGID SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON (rated 5.6/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 239 (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Ridgewood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bushwick Ascend Charter School
What grades does Bushwick Ascend Charter School serve?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 771 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bushwick Ascend Charter School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bushwick Ascend Charter School rank in NY?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School ranks #600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bushwick Ascend Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bushwick Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bushwick Ascend Charter School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Bushwick Ascend Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Bushwick Ascend Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bushwick Ascend Charter School a Title I school?
No, Bushwick Ascend Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bushwick Ascend Charter School?
93.0% of students at Bushwick Ascend 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
- 771
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (718) 240-9162
Resources & Links
District
BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 771
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,461
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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