OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL

OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the UNCOMMON CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL NYC school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 336 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL, located in the Brownsville/Ocean Hill section of Brooklyn, is a public charter school that serves students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the Uncommon Schools network, it adheres to a rigorous academic model characterized by a structured learning environment, extended school days, and a strong emphasis on college readiness. The school is committed to closing the achievement gap by providing high-quality instruction and individualized support, ensuring that all students—regardless of their starting point—are prepared to succeed in competitive high schools and eventually graduate from four-year colleges.

The school’s culture is defined by high behavioral expectations and a focus on core academic subjects, including mathematics and literacy. By fostering a community rooted in character development and "the joy of learning," Ocean Hill Collegiate aims to instill a sense of ambition and self-discipline in its students. Families choose this school for its emphasis on safety, consistent communication between teachers and parents, and its track record of academic growth, which is consistently supported by the broader resources and professional development infrastructure of the Uncommon Schools network.

For more information, contact OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL at (718) 250-5765 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.