Serving 797 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- 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 797 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 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 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. 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
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
32%
15%
White
35%
39%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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?
797 students attend Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School-csd 13 students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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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