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#3035 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ember Charter School
School · EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL
616 QUINCY ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,035 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#383 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Ember Charter School
Ember Charter School is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL. Ember Charter School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ember Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,035 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ember Charter School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Ember Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ember 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.
71% of students at Ember 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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Ember Charter School — Students at Ember Charter School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Ember Charter School Compares
See how Ember 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
616 QUINCY ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ember Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CROWN POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL Crown Point, NY | 5.6 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca, NY | 5.6 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn, NY | 5.5 |
| MARGARETVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL Margaretville, NY | 5.5 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean, NY | 5.7 |
| CAYUGA-ONONDAGA BOCES Auburn, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ember Charter School
What grades does Ember Charter School serve?
Ember Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ember Charter School?
Ember Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ember Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ember Charter School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ember Charter School rank in NY?
Ember Charter School ranks #3,035 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ember Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ember Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Ember Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ember Charter School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Ember Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Ember Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ember Charter School a Title I school?
No, Ember Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ember Charter School?
77.8% of students at Ember 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.1%
- Phone
- (718) 285-3787
Resources & Links
District
EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 409
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,518
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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