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Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

School · CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

626 SHEEPSHEAD BAY RD-5TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Charter

Enrollment

1,332

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,827 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#365 of 570

public schools

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

5.8/10

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About Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL. Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School serves approximately 1,332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Coney Island Preparatory Public 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.

75% of students at Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-29 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation5.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,164
Chronic Absenteeism75.4%

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School — Students at Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
44.7%
ELA
63.9%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
42.7%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School Compares

See how Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
75.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

626 SHEEPSHEAD BAY RD-5TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 370 (rated 4.5/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 721 BROOKLYN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER (rated 4.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 771 (rated 3.8/10, 0.9 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
IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn 0.0 mi 5.7
RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.9
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.0
PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.9
PS 370 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.5
YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.5
PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.8
PS 90 EDNA COHEN SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.1
PS 721 BROOKLYN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.0
JOHN DEWEY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.1
PS 253 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.4
AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.8
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.4
PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.1
PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.6
LIBERATION DIPLOMA PLUS Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.4
PS 771 Brooklyn 0.9 mi 3.8
PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,449

Median Home Value

$512,900

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

48,469

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

47.7 min

Poverty Rate

28.2%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School

What grades does Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School serve?

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School?

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 1,332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School rank in NY?

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School ranks #2,827 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School a Title I school?

No, Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School?

90.5% of students at Coney Island Preparatory Public 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,332
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
75.4%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
1,332
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,164
District Rank
#1 of 1

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