Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Explore Empower 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 43% (which is lower 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 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explore Empower Charter School's student population of 441 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Explore Empower 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 Explore Empower Charter School is 0.30, 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
#2265 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
83%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Explore Empower Charter School's ranking?
Explore Empower Charter School is ranked #2265 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Explore Empower Charter School often compared to?
Explore Empower Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Excelsior 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Explore Empower Charter School?
441 students attend Explore Empower Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Explore Empower Charter School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explore Empower Charter School?
Explore Empower Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Explore Empower Charter School offer ?
Explore Empower Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explore Empower Charter School part of?
Explore Empower Charter School is part of Explore Empower Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Explore Empower Charter School located?
Explore Empower Charter School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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