Excellent
#455 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 10% in state
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School
Elementary School · CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL
465 E 29TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
809
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
809
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#455 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#44 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL. Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School serves approximately 809 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Central Brooklyn 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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Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School — Students at Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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 Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School Compares
See how Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
465 E 29TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 198 (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MIDWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| MIDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 315 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA VYELIPOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PHYL'S ACADEMY PREP Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BROOKLYN JESUIT PREP Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 399 STANLEY EUGENE CLARKE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 181 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MS 246 WALT WHITMAN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 198 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NORMA ADAMS CLEMONS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLATBUSH Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH EARLY COLLEGE Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 171 PATRICK HENRY New York, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside, NY | 8.3 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School
What grades does Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School serve?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 809 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School rank in NY?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School ranks #455 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Central Brooklyn 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 Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School a Title I school?
No, Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School?
90.1% of students at Central Brooklyn 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
- 809
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (917) 246-4800
Resources & Links
District
CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 809
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,630
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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