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Brooklyn Ascend Charter Middle School

Grades: 5-8
123 East 98th Street
Brooklyn NY 11212
Phone: 347-289-9000

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This is a charter school. It is an independent public school open to all New York City students.

Why might this school be a good fit? It offers another option. Charter schools vary in approach and discipline and some offer longer school days and school years.

To enroll in this school, you must participate in a lottery that is separate from the DOE school enrollment process. A charter school gives priority to children residing in its school district. For more information visit our Charter School page.

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School Stats

Citywide Average Key
This school is Better Near Worse than the citywide average

Is this school safe and well-run?

From the 2019-20 NY State Report Card

How many students were suspended?
20%
4% Citywide Average

How do students perform academically?

From the New York State 2022-2023 Assessment Database

How many elementary school students scored 3-4 on the state math exam?
58%
65% Citywide Average
How many elementary school students scored 3-4 on the state reading exam?
56%
56% Citywide Average
How many middle school students scored 3-4 on the state math exam?
65%
46% Citywide Average
How many middle school students scored 3-4 on the state reading exam?
73%
51% Citywide Average

From the 2022-23 School Quality Guide

Who does this school serve?

From the 2022-23 Demographic Snapshot

Enrollment
1265
Asian
1%
Black
87%
Hispanic
8%
White
1%
Other
3%
Free or reduced priced lunch
89%
Students with disabilities
15%
English language learners
1%

How does this school serve special populations?

From the New York State 2022-2023 Assessment Database

How many students with disabilities scored 3-4 on the state math exam?
25%
41% Citywide Average
How many students with disabilities scored 3-4 on the state reading exam?
12%
31% Citywide Average


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Contact & Location

Location

Brownsville (District 17)
Trains: 3 Line to Sutter Ave-Rutland Rd
Buses: B12, B15, B47

Contact

Principal
Brandon Barnet
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Other Details

Shared campus?
No
This school is in its own building.
Metal detectors?
No

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