EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL

Charter School 574 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.
574
Total Students
39.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic117
Black420
Asian6
Two or More11
American Indian7
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    420 (73.2%)
  • Hispanic
    117 (20.4%)
  • White
    11 (1.9%)
  • Two or More
    11 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    7 (1.2%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
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: 574
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 464
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 63
Grade 3 62
Grade 4 62
Grade 5 75
Grade 6 72
Grade 7 72
Grade 8 71
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten42
Grade 154
Grade 263
Grade 362
Grade 462
Grade 575
Grade 672
Grade 772
Grade 871
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31254.4%
Male26245.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)