Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks in the top 50% 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 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's student population of 651 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Home of the Bears’
School Rankings
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 0.37, 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
#1404 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
31%
Black
77%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is ranked #1404 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
651 students attend Achievement First Brownsville Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School part of?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is part of Achievement First Brownsville Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Brownsville Charter School located?
Achievement First Brownsville Charter School is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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