At a Glance
A district-run alternative learning center serving grades 6-12 in the heart of Bushwick
Families seeking an alternative learning environment for students in grades 6-12 who may benefit from non-traditional approaches; families with strong transit access needs given the neighborhood's excellent subway connectivity; parents who want to learn more about alternative education pathways in Bushwick.
- Serves grades 6-12 under one roof, providing continuity for families
- Located in a neighborhood with exceptional transit access (84th percentile)
- Class sizes match district average at approximately 21 students
- Part of District 32's portfolio of schools including high-performing charters
- Academic proficiency data not available — parents should request current test scores
- Alternative learning centers typically serve students with specific needs; understand if this fits your child's situation
- Bushwick safety metrics show elevated crime density and environmental health concerns
- No specific data on parent satisfaction or teacher retention at this school
- With only 11% homeownership, most families rent — consider commute flexibility
Based on 2024 data
School SummaryDistrict 32
Among District 32 schools, ALC - Brooklyn Choices serves a different population than the peer schools listed, which are primarily charters with published ratings (63-96). High-performing charters like Success Academy Bushwick (96/100) and P.S. 376 (80/100) dominate the district's visibility, making alternative options less directly comparable.
Specific proficiency data for this school was not provided in the available dataset, making it difficult to benchmark academic performance against the district averages (ELA 46%, Math 43%). Parents should contact the school directly for current test score information.
Detailed survey data on trust, safety, and instructional quality was not available for this specific school. The district average shows teacher-reported safety at 96% and instruction quality at 86%, suggesting generally positive school environments across District 32 schools. Parents interested in this school's specific culture should schedule a visit.
Bushwick is a culturally rich neighborhood with significant Latino and African American populations, a growing middle class, and a low homeownership rate (11%) indicating a largely rental community. The median household income of $87,000 and BA+ education rate of 44% suggest an educated parent base. Specific school demographics were not available.
Bushwick offers excellent subway access (84th percentile for transit) and a family-dense environment (72nd percentile). However, safety indicators show elevated concerns: crime density is notable, lead exposure rates (21%) and asthma rates (104 per 1,000) are higher than ideal. The neighborhood has low stability (5%) and limited green space. Median home values of $883,000 reflect growing real estate interest in the area.
The school's Melrose Street location is accessible via multiple bus routes and is walkable from nearby subway stops. Families from across Bushwick and neighboring areas use transit to reach the school.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Brooklyn Choices (ALC) a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Brooklyn Choices (ALC) yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 6 to 12 in Bushwick (West).
- What grades does Brooklyn Choices (ALC) serve?
- Brooklyn Choices (ALC) serves grades 6 to 12.
- Is Brooklyn Choices (ALC) public, charter, or private?
- Brooklyn Choices (ALC) is a public school in NYC Community School District 32.
- What neighborhood is Brooklyn Choices (ALC) in?
- Brooklyn Choices (ALC) is in Bushwick (West), Brooklyn.
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