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#1951 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
Community Roots Charter School
Elementary School · COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL
51 ST EDWARDS ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,951 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#246 of 570
public schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Community Roots Charter School
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About Community Roots Charter School
Community Roots Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL. Community Roots Charter School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Roots Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,951 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Community Roots Charter School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Community Roots 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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Community Roots Charter School — Students at Community Roots Charter School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
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: 5.6/10.
How Community Roots Charter School Compares
See how Community Roots Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51 ST EDWARDS ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Roots Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 20 CLINTON HILL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GREENE HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,753
Median Home Value
$892,800
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
50,205
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
30.5
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| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Roots Charter School
What grades does Community Roots Charter School serve?
Community Roots Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Community Roots Charter School?
Community Roots Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Roots Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Roots Charter School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Roots Charter School rank in NY?
Community Roots Charter School ranks #1,951 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Community Roots Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Roots Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Community Roots Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Roots Charter School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Community Roots Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Community Roots Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Community Roots Charter School a Title I school?
No, Community Roots Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Roots Charter School?
31.7% of students at Community Roots 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
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (718) 858-1629
Resources & Links
District
COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 464
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,032
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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