Serving 730 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 is 0.75, which is more 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
#551 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
28%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13's ranking?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 is ranked #551 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 often compared to?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13is often viewed alongside schools like Community Roots Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13?
730 students attend Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 offer ?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 part of?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 is part of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-Csd 13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 located?
Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 is located in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Downtown Brooklyn.
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