Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, New Dawn Charter High School ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Dawn Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
New Dawn Charter High School's student population of 223 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Rankings
New Dawn Charter High 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 New Dawn Charter High School is 0.55, which is less 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
#2113 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
37%
31%
Black
56%
15%
White
2%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Dawn Charter High School's ranking?
New Dawn Charter High School is ranked #2113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Dawn Charter High School?
The graduation rate of New Dawn Charter High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Dawn Charter High School?
223 students attend New Dawn Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of New Dawn Charter High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Dawn Charter High School?
New Dawn Charter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Dawn Charter High School offer ?
New Dawn Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Dawn Charter High School part of?
New Dawn Charter High School is part of New Dawn Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is New Dawn Charter High School located?
New Dawn Charter High School is located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Carroll Gardens.
School Reviews
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