Very Good
#895 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School
Elementary School · LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL
985 ROCKAWAY AVE-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#895 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#98 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL. Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville 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.
61% of students at Leadership Preparatory Brownsville 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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Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School — Students at Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 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: 9.2/10.
How Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School Compares
See how Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
985 ROCKAWAY AVE-3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KAPPA V (KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY) Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLYN DEMOCRACY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 165 IDA POSNER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 184 NEWPORT Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 66 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| PS/IS 323 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EMILY WARREN ROEBLING SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| ENDERS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manlius, NY | 7.8 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School
What grades does Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School serve?
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School?
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School rank in NY?
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School ranks #895 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School a Title I school?
No, Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leadership Preparatory Brownsville Charter School?
93.7% of students at Leadership Preparatory Brownsville 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 655
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (718) 669-7461
Resources & Links
District
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 655
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,547
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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