Very Good
#1483 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
La Cima Charter School
Elementary School · LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL
800 GATES AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,483 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#178 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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La Cima Charter School
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About La Cima Charter School
La Cima Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL. La Cima Charter School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Cima Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for La Cima Charter School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, La Cima 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.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, La Cima Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
La Cima 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.
Score Breakdown
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La Cima Charter School — Students at La Cima Charter School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 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: 9.0/10.
How La Cima Charter School Compares
See how La Cima Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 GATES AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Cima Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CO-OP SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly 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
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|---|---|
| GREENE HILL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark, NY | 7.2 |
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester, NY | 7.2 |
| POUND RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pound Ridge, NY | 7.2 |
| PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York, NY | 7.2 |
| RABBI ARTHUR SCHNEIER PARK EAST DAY SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Cima Charter School
What grades does La Cima Charter School serve?
La Cima Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend La Cima Charter School?
La Cima Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Cima Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Cima Charter School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Cima Charter School rank in NY?
La Cima Charter School ranks #1,483 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is La Cima Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Cima Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 La Cima Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Cima Charter School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is La Cima Charter School a charter school?
Yes, La Cima Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is La Cima Charter School a Title I school?
No, La Cima Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Cima Charter School?
86.1% of students at La Cima 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.0%
- Phone
- (718) 443-2136
Resources & Links
District
LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 187
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,317
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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