Very Good
#1000 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School
Elementary School · CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL
205 ROCKAWAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,000 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#113 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School
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About Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL. Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,000 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Cypress Hills 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.
34% of students at Cypress Hills Ascend 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
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Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School — Students at Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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 Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School Compares
See how Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 ROCKAWAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 65 (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 214 MICHAEL FRIEDSAM (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 214 MICHAEL FRIEDSAM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 64 JOSEPH P ADDABBO Ozone Park | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 7 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CYPRESS HILLS COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN LAB SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 65 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| JHS 218 JAMES P SINNOTT Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CLASSICS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 345 PATROLMAN ROBERT BOLDEN Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School
What grades does Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School serve?
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School?
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School rank in NY?
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School ranks #1,000 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Cypress Hills 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 Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School a Title I school?
No, Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cypress Hills Ascend Charter School?
91.3% of students at Cypress Hills 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (646) 644-1714
Resources & Links
District
CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 403
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,659
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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