Ronald Edmonds Learning Center II

These scores tell a remarkable story. In 2016, only 19% of students scored proficient in ELA and 15% in math — well below district averages. By 2025, those numbers hit 63% and 59%, both exceeding the District 23 averages of 52% and 50%. Science proficiency at 68% adds further strength. The trajectory has been steep: math jumped from 41% in 2023 to 55% in 2024 to nearly 60% in 2025. Grade-level data shows 8th graders leading in ELA (74%) while 7th graders excel in math (76%), suggesting strong differentiation. The overall quality score of 2.45 outpaces the district average of 2.06. This isn't a school that plateaued — it's accelerating.

The survey numbers are extraordinary: 100% parent satisfaction, 100% parent-teacher trust, 100% parent-principal trust, 100% teacher instruction quality, and 100% teacher-principal and collegial trust. In a system where 90% satisfaction is considered strong, these figures stand out. Attendance at 90% beats the district average, though chronic absenteeism at 66% is high — a pattern seen across high-need neighborhoods where families face logistical barriers. Discipline is minimal: just 3 suspensions (3% rate), stable over three years. The day-to-day feel appears to be one where teachers work collaboratively, families feel welcomed, and the school has built genuine trust — a non-trivial achievement in a neighborhood where institutional trust often runs low.

This is a predominantly Black and Latino school in a neighborhood that is predominantly Black and Latino. Student body is 71% Black, 23% Hispanic, with tiny Asian (2%) and white (1%) populations — reflecting Ocean Hill's demographic composition. At 159 students across three grades, it's small enough that families likely know each other. The economic need index of 90.2% is among the highest in the city — almost every student qualifies for free or reduced lunch. Yet this community has powered a remarkable academic revival, suggesting strong alignment between families and school priorities.

Ocean Hill sits in central Brooklyn, a transit-rich area (score 83) that makes commuting relatively easy despite lower safety scores. The neighborhood has significant challenges: high poverty, low homeownership, and a lead elevated rate of 20% that warrants awareness for families with young children. There are family-oriented resources, though the area scores low on stability. The median home value of $880,860 reflects Brooklyn's broader real estate pressures even in lower-income neighborhoods. Families should know this is a working-class area where school choice draws students from beyond immediate blocks — the strong survey scores suggest families are actively choosing this school.

The area is walkable with decent transit access. Families from nearby blocks can walk; those coming from farther afield have good bus and subway options given the transit score of 83.