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Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
Middle School · EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
77 SANDS ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,272 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#520 of 570
public schools
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About Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,272 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory 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.
63% of students at Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory 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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Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School — Students at Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: 1.5/10.
How Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School Compares
See how Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
77 SANDS ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DOCK STREET SCHOOL FOR STEAM STUDIES (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY (rated 4.8/10, 0.4 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 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,285
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$3,207/mo
Population
69,251
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School
What grades does Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School serve?
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School rank in NY?
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School ranks #4,272 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
85.1% of students at Edmund W Gordon Brooklyn Laboratory 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.8%
- Phone
- (347) 429-8439
Resources & Links
District
EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 188
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $38,773
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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