Very Good
#1675 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Northside Charter High School
High School · NORTHSIDE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
424 LEONARD ST-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,675 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#208 of 570
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Northside Charter High School
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About Northside Charter High School
Northside Charter High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NORTHSIDE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL. Northside Charter High School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Northside Charter High School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Northside 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.
62% of students at Northside Charter High 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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Northside Charter High School — Students at Northside Charter High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 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: 9.8/10.
How Northside Charter High School Compares
See how Northside Charter High 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
424 LEONARD ST-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN LATIN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN ERICSSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 126 Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| A-TECH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 132 CONSELYEA SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CONSELYEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 34 OLIVER H PERRY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 110 MONITOR (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLIAMSBURG PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 18 EDWARD BUSH Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| PS 31 SAMUEL F DUPONT Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CARRIG MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| BROOKLYN LATIN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| LYONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 319 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,963
Median Home Value
$1,245,600
Median Rent
$2,595/mo
Population
41,418
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
17.7%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Charter High School
What grades does Northside Charter High School serve?
Northside Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Northside Charter High School?
Northside Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Charter High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northside Charter High School rank in NY?
Northside Charter High School ranks #1,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Northside Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Northside Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Charter High School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
Is Northside Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Northside 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 Northside Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Northside Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.3%
- Phone
- (347) 390-1273
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 443
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,157
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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