Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School


Summary:

Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School district, with a total enrollment of 610 students. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority of African American (71.8%) and Hispanic (23.28%) students, and offers a unique educational experience in the Brooklyn area.

While Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School outperforms the state average in some grade levels and subjects, such as 5th grade ELA proficiency, the school's overall academic performance is mixed, with some grade levels and subjects underperforming compared to state averages. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of New York elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating room for improvement in academic outcomes. Additionally, the school serves a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 81.48% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which may present unique challenges and require additional resources and support.

Despite the school's lower-than-average performance and ranking, its diverse student population and higher-than-average spending per student of $17,063 suggest that the school is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education and addressing the needs of its community. As parents and community members explore educational options in the Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School district, it will be important to closely examine the school's strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement to ensure that students receive the best possible education.

District Detail

 856 Quincy St
Brooklyn, NY 11221-3612

 (718) 246-5681

SchoolDigger Rank:
462nd of 866 New York districts

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Grades served: K-8
Students: 610

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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