Serving 256 students in grades 6-12, Summit Academy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit Academy Charter School's student population of 256 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Academy Charter School is 0.43, 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
#2998 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Summit Academy Charter School's ranking?
Summit Academy Charter School is ranked #2998 out of 4,377 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Summit Academy Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit Academy Charter School?
256 students attend Summit Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Summit Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Academy Charter School?
Summit Academy Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Summit Academy Charter School offer ?
Summit Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit Academy Charter School part of?
Summit Academy Charter School is part of Summit Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Academy Charter School located?
Summit Academy Charter School is located in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Red Hook.
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