Serving 1,332 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-12
- Enrollment: 1,332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School's student population of 1,332 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Rankings
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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
#2573 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
40%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School's ranking?
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School is ranked #2573 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School?
The graduation rate of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School?
1,332 students attend Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School?
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School offer ?
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School part of?
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School is part of Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School located?
Coney Island Preparatory ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
This school is amazing. My son is thriving in all of his classes. His teachers (Ms. B and Ms. Napoli) are great. The entire staff is so kind, patient, supportive, caring, and friendly. The teachers make the school work fun, so it keeps the kids engaged in the lessons. Ms. B and Ms. Napoli tend to each and every kid, making sure no one is left out. My son is so happy in this school. If you''re looking for an amazing free public charter school in Brooklyn, this is the school to apply to.
5 6/22/2015
I'm a new resident in the school zone 11234 my daughter is going to the fith grade just wanted to no if I will be able to do a interview to get her in.
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