EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL

Charter School 519 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Explore Charter School, located on Parkside Avenue in Brooklyn, is a primary component of the Explore Network, a group of public charter schools dedicated to providing high-quality, tuition-free education to students in underserved communities. The school operates on the core philosophy that every child has the potential to succeed, emphasizing a rigorous academic environment paired with a strong focus on character development and social-emotional learning. By fostering a structured and supportive atmosphere, the school aims to prepare its students not only for academic excellence but also for success in college and beyond.

The school's curriculum is data-driven and designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating small-group instruction and personalized interventions to ensure mastery of foundational subjects. Beyond academics, Explore Charter School prioritizes building a cohesive school culture centered on values like integrity, curiosity, and perseverance. Through its commitment to high expectations and community engagement, the school serves as a hub for families looking for an alternative to traditional district schools, striving to bridge the opportunity gap and empower students to become active, informed citizens in their community.
519
Total Students
41.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White15
Hispanic99
Black389
Asian2
Two or More8
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    389 (75.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    99 (19.1 %)
  • White
    15 (2.9 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Phone: (718)703-4484
Website: http://www.explorenetwork.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 519
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 464
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 45
Grade 1 57
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 57
Grade 5 59
Grade 6 63
Grade 7 63
Grade 8 60

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten45
Grade 157
Grade 255
Grade 360
Grade 457
Grade 559
Grade 663
Grade 763
Grade 860
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28855.5%
Male23144.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)