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New Dawn Charter High School

High School · NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

242 HOYT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Charter

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,140 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#283 of 570

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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New Dawn Charter High School

6.5/10

High School in Brooklyn · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About New Dawn Charter High School

New Dawn Charter High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL. New Dawn Charter High School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Dawn Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,140 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for New Dawn Charter High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below NY schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

New Dawn Charter High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2021
TrendImproving
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,395

New Dawn Charter High School — Students at New Dawn Charter High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.6% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
74.5%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How New Dawn Charter High School Compares

See how New Dawn Charter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

242 HOYT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Dawn Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn 0.1 mi 6.5
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.4
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.4
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.2
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.6
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
THE STERLING SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.2
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.8
PS 58 CARROLL (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.0
BROOKLYN FRONTIERS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.1
PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.5
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.7
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.9
AL-MADINAH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 8.4
BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.6
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,314

Median Home Value

$1,614,200

Median Rent

$2,800/mo

Population

42,569

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

28.9%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Dawn Charter High School

What grades does New Dawn Charter High School serve?

New Dawn Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend New Dawn Charter High School?

New Dawn Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Dawn Charter High School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Dawn Charter High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Dawn Charter High School rank in NY?

New Dawn Charter High School ranks #2,140 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is New Dawn Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Dawn Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 New Dawn Charter High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Dawn Charter High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

Is New Dawn Charter High School a charter school?

Yes, New Dawn Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is New Dawn Charter High School a Title I school?

No, New Dawn Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Dawn Charter High School?

92.9% of students at New Dawn Charter High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
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Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

District

NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
District Enrollment
212
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,395
District Rank
#1 of 1

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