Very Good
#1579 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Explore Exceed Charter School
Elementary School · EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL
443 ST MARKS AVE-RM 114, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,579 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#198 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Explore Exceed Charter School
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Explore Exceed Charter School
Explore Exceed Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL. Explore Exceed Charter School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Explore Exceed Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,579 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Explore Exceed Charter School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Explore Exceed 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.
60% of students at Explore Exceed 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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Explore Exceed Charter School — Students at Explore Exceed Charter School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 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: 8.9/10.
How Explore Exceed Charter School Compares
See how Explore Exceed Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
443 ST MARKS AVE-RM 114, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Explore Exceed Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,957
Median Home Value
$1,146,000
Median Rent
$2,511/mo
Population
58,462
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Explore Exceed Charter School
What grades does Explore Exceed Charter School serve?
Explore Exceed Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Explore Exceed Charter School?
Explore Exceed Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Explore Exceed Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Explore Exceed Charter School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Explore Exceed Charter School rank in NY?
Explore Exceed Charter School ranks #1,579 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Explore Exceed Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Explore Exceed Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Explore Exceed Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Explore Exceed Charter School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Explore Exceed Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Explore Exceed Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Explore Exceed Charter School a Title I school?
No, Explore Exceed Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Explore Exceed Charter School?
83.4% of students at Explore Exceed 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.9%
- Phone
- (718) 989-6702
Resources & Links
District
EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 374
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,196
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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