Average
#2034 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
Christopher Avenue Community School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
51 CHRISTOPHER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,034 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#259 of 570
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Christopher Avenue Community School
Christopher Avenue Community School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Christopher Avenue Community School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christopher Avenue Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,034 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Christopher Avenue Community School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Christopher Avenue Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Christopher Avenue Community 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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Christopher Avenue Community School — Students at Christopher Avenue Community School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Christopher Avenue Community School Compares
See how Christopher Avenue Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51 CHRISTOPHER AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christopher Avenue Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 328 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HYDE LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL - BROOKLYN (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
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| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) Wyandanch, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats, NY | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher Avenue Community School
What grades does Christopher Avenue Community School serve?
Christopher Avenue Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Christopher Avenue Community School?
Christopher Avenue Community School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Avenue Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Avenue Community School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Christopher Avenue Community School rank in NY?
Christopher Avenue Community School ranks #2,034 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Christopher Avenue Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christopher Avenue Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Christopher Avenue Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christopher Avenue Community School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Christopher Avenue Community School a charter school?
No, Christopher Avenue Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christopher Avenue Community School a Title I school?
No, Christopher Avenue Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christopher Avenue Community School?
98.6% of students at Christopher Avenue Community 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.2%
- Phone
- (718) 495-5761
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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