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Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School

Middle School · WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL

157 WILSON ST-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Charter

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,929 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#376 of 570

public schools

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

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About Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL. Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,929 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Williamsburg Collegiate 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 Williamsburg Collegiate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.1 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,474
Chronic Absenteeism60.5%

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School — Students at Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 23 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2021
Math
42.3%
ELA
69.8%
2022
Math
41.2%
ELA
65.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School Compares

See how Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NY
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.5%

Location

157 WILSON ST-4TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 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
PS 16 LEONARD DUNKLY Brooklyn 0.0 mi 3.6
TALMUD TORAH TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.1 mi 6.4
YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn 0.1 mi 3.8
YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.1 mi 6.9
YESHIVA YESODE HATORAH Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.6
YESHIVA BETH HILLEL OF WILLIAMSBURG Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.5
JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-WILLIAMSBURG Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.9
EL PUENTE ACADEMY FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.6
MOSDOS CHASIDEI SQUARE Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.2
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YISROEL INC Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.1
BETH CHANA SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.2
BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.0
PS 319 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.6
JUAN MOREL CAMPOS SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.8
BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.7
PS 84 JOSE DE DIEGO Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.5
PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.2
BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.9
TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,183

Median Home Value

$1,118,600

Median Rent

$2,357/mo

Population

65,691

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

16.4%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School

What grades does Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School serve?

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School rank in NY?

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School ranks #2,929 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School a Title I school?

No, Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?

82.5% of students at Williamsburg Collegiate 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.5%

District

WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
228
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,474
District Rank
#1 of 1

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