Serving 228 students in grades 5-8, Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School's student population of 228 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamsburg Collegiate 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 Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is 0.51, 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
#1707 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
62%
30%
Black
33%
16%
White
2%
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
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School's ranking?
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is ranked #1707 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?
228 students attend Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School?
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School offer ?
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School part of?
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is part of Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School located?
Williamsburg Collegiate Charter School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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