At a Glance
A District 13 transfer school serving grades 6-12 in one of Brooklyn's most education-oriented neighborhoods
Families whose children have been transfer-listed to an alternative school and need a structured, supportive environment to get back on track toward graduation; or families specifically seeking a combined middle/high school model in an alternative setting. Not ideal for families seeking transparent academic performance data or a traditional school experience.
- Serves grades 6-12 under one roof — a combined middle/high school model uncommon in District 13
- Alternative learning center model designed for transfer students who need a different pathway to graduation
- Parent satisfaction (91%) and teacher instruction quality (88%) both exceed district averages
- Located in a neighborhood with near-perfect education orientation score (97)
- No academic proficiency data available — cannot compare to district averages on state tests
- Ranks lowest among District 13 peer schools (no rating score provided, but all peers scored 75+)
- Missing attendance and chronic absenteeism data — key for understanding student engagement
- Alternative school model serves specific population — may not be the right fit for students thriving in traditional settings
- High neighborhood crime density and environmental health concerns (asthma, lead)
Based on 2024 data
School SummaryDistrict 13
ALC - Park Place Academy ranks below all six peer schools in District 13, all of which scored 75 or higher on quality metrics. Unlike traditional zoned schools, this is a transfer school — students arrive after being placed by the district, often after struggling in their original school. The strong parent satisfaction and teacher-reported safety suggest the school functions well for its population, but academic outcomes data is not visible, which is a significant gap for families evaluating options.
No state test proficiency data is publicly reported for this school, making it difficult to assess academic performance against district averages (ELA 53%, Math 46%). This data gap is notable — families should ask directly about student progress, graduation rates, and credit accumulation, as these are critical indicators for transfer schools.
Teacher-reported safety (96%) and instruction quality (88%) both exceed district averages, and parent satisfaction (91%) is strong — suggesting the school has cultivated a respectful environment despite its alternative designation. However, the 1.39% suspension rate matches the district average, and without attendance or chronic absenteeism data, it's unclear whether engagement has improved over time. Families report feeling heard, but the alternative model means this school serves students with specific needs that may differ from a traditional middle or high school.
The school serves grades 6-12, spanning adolescence through early adulthood, with an average class size of 21.2 that matches the district average exactly. As an alternative learning center, the student population is likely more mobile than traditional schools, with students transferring in from other District 13 schools. The Prospect Heights neighborhood is affluent (median household income $150K) and highly educated (79% BA+), but only 17% of households have children — meaning this school's families may be somewhat distinct from the overall neighborhood demographic.
Prospect Heights offers excellent transit access (77th percentile) and sits near Prospect Park, but safety indicators are concerning: crime density is high (2101 per capita), and environmental health metrics show elevated rates of childhood asthma (104 per 10K) and lead exposure (18%). The neighborhood is overwhelmingly rental (63%) with a median home value of $1.26M — families here are wealthy but not necessarily raising children here, as only 17% of households have kids.
Highly walkable given the neighborhood's urban density and strong transit access — families can rely on walking or public transit rather than driving
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Park Place Academy (ALC) a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Park Place Academy (ALC) yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 6 to 12 in Prospect Heights.
- What grades does Park Place Academy (ALC) serve?
- Park Place Academy (ALC) serves grades 6 to 12.
- Is Park Place Academy (ALC) public, charter, or private?
- Park Place Academy (ALC) is a public school in NYC Community School District 13.
- What neighborhood is Park Place Academy (ALC) in?
- Park Place Academy (ALC) is in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
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