Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Achievement First Linden 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 44% (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 32:1 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Linden Charter School's student population of 646 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 185% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Achievement First Linden 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 Linden Charter School is 0.37, 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
#2601 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
78%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Achievement First Linden Charter School's ranking?
Achievement First Linden Charter School is ranked #2601 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?
44% 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).
How many students attend Achievement First Linden Charter School?
646 students attend Achievement First Linden Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Achievement First Linden Charter School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Linden Charter School?
Achievement First Linden Charter School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Achievement First Linden Charter School offer ?
Achievement First Linden Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement First Linden Charter School part of?
Achievement First Linden Charter School is part of Achievement First Linden Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Linden Charter School located?
Achievement First Linden 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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