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Uft Charter School

Charter | K-9 | 918 students

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4 stars

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Posted May 30, 2012

UFTECS is the worse school I ever seen. My big kids went to public schools and it was so much better. They have all these kids has workers teachers, deans and etc. Kids dont know anything just have bachelor or whatever it take to be a teacher. The Worse School Leader and Dean Administration Ever!!!!! My daughter went to the junior high so much better UFTSCS.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

uft chater school is a excellent school, al the teacher's there care about the kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 25, 2010

My daughter belongs to the first class of students at UFT ECS. She is now in the 5th grade and you can't ask for a better example of what public education should be like. Students are taught to be full citizens intellectually, socially etc. Care is taken to help students achieve. It is a community in which everyone is invested. Every single staff member knows my child's name and what works to bring out the best in her. She graduates this year and I take pleasure in knowing that UFT prepared her well for the next level of her academic career.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 10, 2009

My son has been attending UFT charter school since it began with the 6 grade and now he is in one of the first 9th grade high school classes. I love this school it is more like a second family I know all of the teachers and staff and we commmunicate well together. He gets top class eduacation with me having to pay for him to get it. I recommend that all children have this opportunity it is really a great experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 7, 2009

My daughter is in the fourth grade at the UFT Elementary Charter School. The school really focuses on developing the whole child, both academically and socially. I am extremely pleased with the teachers, administrators and staff and especially Ms. Alvaranga, who has taught my daughter well for two years in a row. Thanks UFT!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 10, 2009

My daughter attend this school and I am proud to say that this a a great school and they also learn the kids to be respectful and to strive towards greater heights. i am a bit concerned about parents taking less time in their children and to teach them to be respectful in and out of school . There are great teacher that is will to teach your child, but you as a parent have to start at home. especially if they are usin public transportation.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2009

This is as close as you can get to a private institution minus the costly tuition! As a staff member within the extended day program, I enjoy working alongside such remarkable and professional individuals. This school focuses on strengthening the community and instilling morals and social skills in all the students. When students leave here, they are destined to become upstanding citizens in their communities. Miss Sharon Johnson, Groundwork, Inc.


Posted February 9, 2007

I am extremely pleased with the UFT Elementary Charter School. My daughters are in the second grade and kindergarten. I love the fact that they are given something to strive for on a weekly basis. It is a family environment. If you long for the days of the way school was when you were a child, then the UFT is for you.
—Submitted by Simone Perry, a parent


Posted October 17, 2006

This school is great. My daughter is now in the second grade and the skills she has acquired both academically and socially are tremendous. I cant wait to see what the State scores will be in a few years
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
42%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
65%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
57%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

74 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
64%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

75 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
38%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
51%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

112 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
25%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

113 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
27%

2011

 
 
44%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 52% in 2012.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
12%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
27%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 50% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
10%

2011

 
 
11%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
40%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

90 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
36%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "D" for the elementary and middle school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 84% 19%
Hispanic 14% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
White 0% 51%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 88%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 1%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 33%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 25%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 24%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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300 Wyona St
Brooklyn, NY 11207
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Phone: (718) 649-0650

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