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Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek
Elementary School · CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK
1400 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,828 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#366 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek
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About Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK. Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,828 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek 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.
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek runs 26.2:1 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.
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek 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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Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek — Students at Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek Compares
See how Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLYN DEMOCRACY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 165 IDA POSNER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 66 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 184 NEWPORT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| EXPLORE EXCEL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR ART AND PHILOSPHY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PS/IS 323 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek
What grades does Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek serve?
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek?
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek?
The student-teacher ratio at Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek rank in NY?
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek ranks #2,828 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek's MySchoolScout rating?
Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek 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 Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek a charter school?
Yes, Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek a Title I school?
No, Cultural Arts Academy Charter School at Spring Creek is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (718) 683-3300
Resources & Links
District
CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK- District Enrollment
- 236
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,620
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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