Serving 815 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Achievement First Aspire Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Aspire Charter School's student population of 815 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Achievement First Aspire 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 Achievement First Aspire Charter School is 0.42, 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
#2251 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
74%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Aspire Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Aspire Charter School is ranked #2251 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Achievement First Aspire Charter School often compared to?
Achievement First Aspire Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Scholars Charter School, Achievement First Apollo Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Aspire Charter School?
815 students attend Achievement First Aspire Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Achievement First Aspire Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement First Aspire Charter School?
Achievement First Aspire Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Aspire Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Aspire Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement First Aspire Charter School part of?
Achievement First Aspire Charter School is part of Achievement First Aspire Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Aspire Charter School located?
Achievement First Aspire Charter School is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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