Academy for College Preparation and Career Exploration: A College Board School

The Academy for College Preparation and Career Exploration: A College Board School in Flatbush, Brooklyn, serves students in grades 6-12, fostering a "warm, inclusive" and "safe and welcoming environment" where students and staff often describe a close-knit, family-like atmosphere. The school is recognized for its strong emphasis on preparing students for college and careers. It boasts a high graduation rate, at the citywide median, and a college enrollment rate that is well above the citywide median. Graduates attend a range of institutions, including top colleges, and collectively earn over $1 million in scholarships annually. The school receives excellent ratings for safety, school climate, and relationships with families, with parent surveys reflecting overwhelmingly positive experiences. As a Community School, it provides extensive support services, including free after-school programs, on-site health services, and family support. Students benefit from individual laptops, a Mac Lab, and hands-on learning pathways in areas like Civics, Fine Arts, STEM, and Business. High schoolers can earn college credits and gain real-world experience through paid apprenticeships with major companies. While the school's instruction and performance rating is "Fair," and ELA and Math proficiency rates are around or below the citywide median, the school is noted for its supportive teachers and decreasing incidents of bullying.