Serving 800 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Beginning With Children Charter School Ii 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 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii's student population of 800 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
800 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Campus Size
1 acre
School Motto
Education. Leadership. Community.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii 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 Beginning With Children Charter School Ii is 0.48, 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
#1552 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beginning With Children Charter School Ii's ranking?
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii is ranked #1552 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Beginning With Children Charter School Ii?
800 students attend Beginning With Children Charter School Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Beginning With Children Charter School Ii students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beginning With Children Charter School Ii?
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beginning With Children Charter School Ii offer ?
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beginning With Children Charter School Ii part of?
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii is part of Beginning With Children Charter School II School District.
In what neighborhood is Beginning With Children Charter School Ii located?
Beginning With Children Charter School Ii is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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