Ascend is a network of K-12 public charter schools rooted in Brooklyn that honor, nurture, and challenge the whole child.
We know all students are inherently excellent. Our role is to provide students with a K-12 education that empowers them to live a life of boundless choice. We foster critical thinking skills and a love of learning through our inquiry-based learning approach, Responsive Classroom model, and anti-racist education. We are deeply committed to advancing educational equity for all of our students.
Find an Ascend School in your Brooklyn neighborhood by clicking on our interactive map.
Brownsville | Bushwick | Canarsie | Cypress Hills | East Brooklyn | East Flatbush | Flatbush
Our Schools
Brownsville
Bushwick
Canarsie
Cypress Hills
East Brooklyn
East Flatbush
Flatbush
Beautiful school facilities
All our schools are housed in inviting, custom-built or newly renovated buildings where every design detail communicates our high aspirations for teaching and learning. Schools consist of colorful, well-lit classrooms with large, modern gymnasiums. Our school facilities provide welcoming environments for students and families to come together for community events.
Lower schools
Beginning in kindergarten, Ascend lower schools establish a foundation of strong basic skills in early literacy, a conceptual understanding of math, critical thinking, intellectual drive, and a love of learning.
Brooklyn Ascend Lower
205 Rockaway Parkway
Grades K–4
Brownsville Ascend Lower
1501 Pitkin Avenue
Grades K–4
Bushwick Ascend Lower
751 Knickerbocker Avenue
Grades K–4
Canarsie Ascend Lower
9719 Flatlands Avenue
Grades K–4
Central Brooklyn Ascend Lower
465 East 29th Street
Grades K–4
Cypress Hills Ascend Lower
396 Grant Avenue
Grades K–4
East Brooklyn Ascend Lower
260 Shepherd Avenue
Grades K–3
East Flatbush Ascend Lower
870 Albany Avenue
Grades K–4
Flatbush Ascend Lower
123 Linden Boulevard
Grades K–4
Middle schools
Middle school students develop their conceptual understanding of math and science, analyze and evaluate ideas in English language arts; cultivate critical thinking in social studies. Students receive a well-rounded education through electives classes in art, dance, and music.
Brooklyn Ascend Middle
123 East 98th Street
Grades 5–8
Brownsville Ascend Middle
1501 Pitkin Avenue
Grades 5–8
Bushwick Ascend Middle
2 Aberdeen Street
Grades 5–8
Canarsie Ascend Middle
744 East 87th Street
Grades 5–8
Central Brooklyn Ascend Middle
1886 Nostrand Avenue
Grades 5–8
Cypress Hills Ascend Middle
396 Grant Avenue
Grades 5–8 (in 2025)
High school
The high school curriculum prepares students to earn a New York State Regents diploma and to develop the independence needed to live a life of choice after graduation. All high school students are required to participate in community service.
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