Serving 808 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc's student population of 808 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1114 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
90%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc's ranking?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc is ranked #1114 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc often compared to?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nycis often viewed alongside schools like Canarsie Ascend Charter School, Explore Excel Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc?
808 students attend Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc offer ?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc part of?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc is part of Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc School District.
In what neighborhood is Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc located?
Uncommon Canarsie Charter School Nyc is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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