Below Average
#3709 of 4,742 schools in NY
Excellence Girls Charter School
School · EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL
794 MONROE ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,709 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#455 of 570
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Excellence Girls Charter School
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About Excellence Girls Charter School
Excellence Girls Charter School is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, part of EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL. Excellence Girls Charter School serves approximately 876 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Excellence Girls Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,709 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Excellence Girls Charter School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Excellence Girls 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.
84% of students at Excellence Girls 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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Excellence Girls Charter School — Students at Excellence Girls Charter School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Excellence Girls Charter School Compares
See how Excellence Girls 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
794 MONROE ST-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excellence Girls Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway, NY | 4.8 |
| BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.7 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| IONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 4.9 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excellence Girls Charter School
What grades does Excellence Girls Charter School serve?
Excellence Girls Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Excellence Girls Charter School?
Excellence Girls Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 876 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excellence Girls Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Excellence Girls Charter School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Excellence Girls Charter School rank in NY?
Excellence Girls Charter School ranks #3,709 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Excellence Girls Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Excellence Girls Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Excellence Girls Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Excellence Girls Charter School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Excellence Girls Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Excellence Girls Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Excellence Girls Charter School a Title I school?
No, Excellence Girls Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excellence Girls Charter School?
81.2% of students at Excellence Girls 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
- 876
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.1%
- Phone
- (718) 638-1875
- 4-Year Graduation
- 51.0%
Resources & Links
District
EXCELLENCE GIRLS CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 876
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,423
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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