Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Community Roots 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 60% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Roots Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Community Roots Charter School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Community Roots 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 Community Roots Charter School is 0.70, 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
#1401 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
22%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Community Roots Charter School's ranking?
Community Roots Charter School is ranked #1401 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Community Roots Charter School often compared to?
Community Roots Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 Community Roots Charter School?
464 students attend Community Roots Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Community Roots Charter School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Roots Charter School?
Community Roots Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Community Roots Charter School offer ?
Community Roots Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Roots Charter School part of?
Community Roots Charter School is part of Community Roots Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Roots Charter School located?
Community Roots Charter School is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
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