New American Academy Charter School

The academic picture here is a genuine turnaround story. In 2016-2017, fewer than 22% of students were proficient in either ELA or math — well below district averages. By 2025, those numbers have flipped: 74.8% ELA proficiency (compared to the district average of 58.4%) and 69.5% math proficiency (compared to 61.4%). The jump from 2024 to 2025 alone was extraordinary — ELA climbed 26 percentage points and math jumped 7 points. Grade-level data shows third graders leading the pack at 85.2% ELA and 82.1% math, while fifth graders show strong math performance at 73.8%. These scores place this charter school well above district averages and among the top performers in the area.

The survey data tells a remarkable story of institutional trust. Parents give near-perfect scores: 99% satisfaction, 99% trust in teachers, and 100% trust in the principal. Teachers report 100% instruction quality and 100% feeling safe at work — the highest possible marks. However, there's a tension: chronic absenteeism is extraordinarily high at 72.7%, which drags the attendance rate down to 91% (only marginally above the district's 90.5%). The chronic absenteeism hits Black students hardest at 75.7%, while Hispanic students are much lower at 42.3%. Teacher collegial trust sits at 78% — decent but notably lower than other measures, suggesting some professional friction among staff. With only 18 teacher survey responses, some caution is warranted on the teacher-side data.

This is a predominantly Black school in a neighborhood that matches that demographic — 87% of students are Black, with 9% Hispanic, 3% white, and small Asian and multiracial populations. The diversity index of 29% reflects this relatively homogeneous population. With 17% of students having IEPs and an economic need index of 68.9%, the school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges. The neighborhood has a median household income of $57,611 with an 18.9% poverty rate, and only 23.5% homeownership — this is a renting, working-class community.

East Flatbush-Remsen Village is a densely populated, transit-rich Brooklyn neighborhood with a predominantly Caribbean and African-American community. The area scores well on transit (80.84 percentile) but scores poorly on safety (14.18 percentile) — meaning crime density is a real concern here. Family density is moderate (39.08), and the neighborhood has a relatively low BA+ education rate of 22.1%. Median home values are substantial at $691,851, reflecting Brooklyn's housing market even in more affordable areas. There are parks and community resources in the area, though families should be aware of the safety metrics when considering after-school activities.

The neighborhood has strong public transit access — this is a walkable area for families using buses and the subway, with the area well-served by multiple lines. Driving and parking can be challenging given the density.