Excellent
#696 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
Canarsie Ascend Charter School
Elementary School · CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL
9719 FLATLANDS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Enrollment
936
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
936
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#696 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#74 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Canarsie Ascend Charter School
Canarsie Ascend Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL. Canarsie Ascend Charter School serves approximately 936 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canarsie Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #696 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Canarsie Ascend Charter School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Canarsie Ascend Charter School runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Canarsie 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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Canarsie Ascend Charter School — Students at Canarsie Ascend Charter School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: 10.0/10.
How Canarsie Ascend Charter School Compares
See how Canarsie Ascend Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9719 FLATLANDS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canarsie Ascend Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$710,300
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
95,174
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
50.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canarsie Ascend Charter School
What grades does Canarsie Ascend Charter School serve?
Canarsie Ascend Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Canarsie Ascend Charter School?
Canarsie Ascend Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 936 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canarsie Ascend Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canarsie Ascend Charter School is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canarsie Ascend Charter School rank in NY?
Canarsie Ascend Charter School ranks #696 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Canarsie Ascend Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canarsie Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Canarsie Ascend Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canarsie Ascend Charter School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Canarsie Ascend Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Canarsie 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 Canarsie Ascend Charter School a Title I school?
No, Canarsie Ascend Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canarsie Ascend Charter School?
81.0% of students at Canarsie 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
- 936
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (718) 907-0153
Resources & Links
District
CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 936
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,818
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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