NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
Charter School
233 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
New Dawn Charter High School, located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized institution designed to support students who have previously struggled in traditional academic settings. As a transfer high school, its mission is to re-engage young adults—typically those who are over-age and under-credited—by providing a personalized, supportive, and flexible educational environment. The school focuses on helping students overcome academic hurdles and social challenges to ensure they graduate with a Regents diploma and a clear pathway toward post-secondary success.
The school's philosophy centers on a "whole-child" approach, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering strong relationships between students and staff, New Dawn creates a community-oriented atmosphere where students receive intensive guidance and advocacy. Beyond the core curriculum, the school offers various support services, internships, and enrichment programs aimed at building self-confidence, professional skills, and long-term career readiness, making it a vital resource for students looking for a fresh start in their educational journey.
The school's philosophy centers on a "whole-child" approach, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering strong relationships between students and staff, New Dawn creates a community-oriented atmosphere where students receive intensive guidance and advocacy. Beyond the core curriculum, the school offers various support services, internships, and enrichment programs aimed at building self-confidence, professional skills, and long-term career readiness, making it a vital resource for students looking for a fresh start in their educational journey.
233
Total Students
12.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic | 82 |
| Black | 139 |
| Asian | 4 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Black139 (59.7 %)
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Hispanic82 (35.2 %)
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Asian4 (1.7 %)
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American Indian4 (1.7 %)
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White2 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL |
| Phone: | (347)505-9101 |
| Website: | http://www.ndchsbrooklyn.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 233 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 12.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 198 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
49
Grade 10
64
Grade 11
80
Grade 12
40
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 49 |
| Grade 10 | 64 |
| Grade 11 | 80 |
| Grade 12 | 40 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 91 | 39.1% |
| Male | 142 | 60.9% |
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