Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Compass Charter School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compass Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Compass Charter School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Compass Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Compass Charter School is 0.69, 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
#1374 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Compass Charter School's ranking?
Compass Charter School is ranked #1374 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Compass Charter School often compared to?
Compass Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Compass Charter School?
317 students attend Compass Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Compass Charter School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Compass Charter School?
Compass Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Compass Charter School offer ?
Compass Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Compass Charter School part of?
Compass Charter School is part of Compass Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Compass Charter School located?
Compass Charter School is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
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