Serving 871 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Achievement First Apollo Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Apollo Charter School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
鈥淏e Ready. Be Great. Be Proud.鈥
School Rankings
Achievement First Apollo 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 Apollo Charter School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1736 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Apollo Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School is ranked #1736 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Achievement First Apollo Charter School often compared to?
Achievement First Apollo Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Scholars Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Apollo Charter School?
871 students attend Achievement First Apollo Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Achievement First Apollo Charter School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Apollo Charter School?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Apollo Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement First Apollo Charter School part of?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School is part of Achievement First Apollo Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Apollo Charter School located?
Achievement First Apollo Charter School is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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