Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brooklyn Rise Charter School's student population of 300 students has grown by 104% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Rise Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Rise Charter School is 0.44, 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
#1141 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
4%
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
88%
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 Rise Charter School's ranking?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is ranked #1141 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Rise Charter School?
300 students attend Brooklyn Rise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brooklyn Rise Charter School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Rise Charter School?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Rise Charter School offer ?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Rise Charter School part of?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is part of Brooklyn RISE Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Rise Charter School located?
Brooklyn Rise Charter School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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