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Imagine Me Leadership Charter School

Grades K-5 · 818 SCHENCK AVENUE · Brooklyn

Katherine Corbett, Principal · 347-985-2140

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About

Imagine Me Leadership Charter School in Brooklyn serves students in grades K-5, operating with a mission to foster responsible citizens and leaders through a rigorous academic and cultural program within a nurturing environment. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with ELA proficiency rates well above the citywide 75th percentile and math proficiency near the 75th percentile. It has been recognized as a New York State Reward School for four consecutive years, from 2017 to 2020. Parents consistently express overwhelmingly positive sentiment, describing a supportive, family-like atmosphere where staff are dedicated to student success and holistic development. The school emphasizes character development and offers a range of after-school activities including music, art, dance, and sports. While historically an all-boys elementary school, it is now transitioning to a co-educational model. Student survey data indicates some areas for improvement in school climate, with lower favorable responses regarding fair conflict resolution and a notable percentage of students reporting experiences with bullying or physical altercations.

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Academics

State test proficiency rates and acceleration.

ELA proficiency

76%

Math proficiency

70%

Proficiency rates are from the Grade 3–8 NYS state test (school-level).

Attendance rate

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Avg class size (general ed)

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Avg class size (ICT)

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Community & climate

Demographics, attendance, school survey results, and DOE quality ratings.

Quality signals

FacultyExcellentAI-estimated

Parent survey · overall positive

92%100% response rate

Teacher survey · overall positive

79%75% response rate

Student survey · overall positive

65%88% response rate

Survey topics

Safety74%city 80%

Conflicts are resolved fairly in this school.49%
I feel safe…outside around this school.63%
I feel safe…traveling between home and this school.72%
I feel safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.73%
I feel safe…in my classes at this school.91%
My students are safe…outside around this school.71%
My students are safe…traveling between home and this school.67%
My students are safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.100%
My students are safe…in my class(es).100%
Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.85%
School Safety Agents promote a safe and respectful environment.75%
At this school students drink alcohol, use illegal drugs, or abuse prescription drugs.87%
At this school students get into physical fights.39%
At this school there is gang activity.67%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (74%) is their average, vs 80% citywide.

Bullying prevention47%city 57%

At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.26%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, language/accent, or citizenship/immigration status.40%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.60%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of other differences, like different body type or disability.42%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other online (through mobile phones, social media, email, or other forms of electronic communication).44%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.67%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (47%) is their average, vs 57% citywide.

Emotional support69%city 69%

I know where to go at my school if I need additional support with my mental-health.84%
During this school year, most days I have felt happy when at school.61%
During this school year, most days I have felt safe when at school.76%
During this school year, most days I have felt optimistic when at school.63%
During this school year, most days I have felt bored when at school.36%
During this school year, most days I have felt stressed when at school.31%
During this school year, most days I have felt worried when at school.73%
There is time at school to talk about feelings and emotions.72%
How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?.80%
How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?.93%
How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?.80%
How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?.80%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 69% citywide.

Personal attention67%city 67%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…ask if I have everything that I need to succeed in their class.62%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…give me specific suggestions about how I can improve my work in class.71%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…explain things a different way if I don't understand something in class.75%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…support me when I am upset.49%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing personally.74%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing academically.77%
I feel like I belong at this school.64%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (67%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.

Academic expectations64%city 71%

The classes at this school prepare me for the next step in my education.81%
In how many of your classes …are you challenged?.45%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers have high expectations for you?.76%
In how many of your classes …are you encouraged to work in small groups?.42%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers want you to become better thinkers, not just memorize things?.79%
In how many of your classes …do you get so focused on learning during class activities that you lose track of time?.52%
In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including English language learners (ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.93%
How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?.46%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (64%) is their average, vs 71% citywide.

Clear instruction72%city 73%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers make learning expectations clear.67%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? Class assignments are purposeful in learning the course content.63%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? The work I do in class is good preparation for class assignments, projects, and assessments.85%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? I learn a lot from feedback on my work.73%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (72%) is their average, vs 73% citywide.

College & career guidance85%city 85%

This school provides me with guidance on the high school application process.68%
This school provides my family with guidance on the high school application process.72%
It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide students with guidance on the high school application process.100%
It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide families with guidance on the high school application process.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (85%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.

Family outreach97%city 94%

At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.93%
At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.100%
At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.100%
At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.100%
School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.95%
Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.95%
My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.98%
I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.98%
My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.95%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (97%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Student–teacher trust75%city 82%

There is at least one adult at my school that I can confide in.89%
My teachers are open to students' ideas, suggestions, and comments.77%
My teachers always do what they say they will do.61%
My teachers treat me with respect.74%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (75%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.

Parent–teacher trust99%city 95%

I feel respected by my child's teachers.99%
Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.99%
My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.99%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (99%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.

Show all survey topics

Rigorous Instruction

Strong Core Instruction100%city 93%

In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [ELA].100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (100%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.

Quality of Student Discussion71%city 67%

How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?.67%
How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?.67%
How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?.67%
How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?.67%
How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?.87%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (71%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.

Collaborative Teachers

Peer Collaboration89%city 87%

At this school…the principal/school leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.73%
At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.93%
At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (89%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.

Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction81%city 89%

My teachers use examples of students’ different races and cultures in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.80%
My teachers use examples of students’ different backgrounds and families in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.74%
I see a variety of races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds positively represented in the curriculum.83%
I see a variety of genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations positively represented in the curriculum.67%
At this school, we have productive conversations about race and racism where I feel my voice is heard.72%
My teachers treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.82%
My teachers treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.71%
I feel that my teachers respect my culture, background, and identity.98%
I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.85%
I am able to...modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.79%
I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.93%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.62%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.100%
I am able to...design appropriate instruction that is matched to students' need (e.g. English language learners (ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).73%
I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.93%
I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.86%
I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.93%
I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.83%
I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.67%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (81%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.

Innovation and Collective Responsibility69%city 79%

How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?.73%
How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?.71%
How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?.60%
How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?.53%
How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?.87%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.

Quality of Professional Development67%city 82%

Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.67%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.60%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.73%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (67%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.

School Commitment62%city 83%

I usually look forward to each working day at this school.67%
I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.60%
I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.60%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (62%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.

Supportive Environment

Conflict Resolution75%city 79%

When a conflict arises, school staff use questions to encourage reflection and resolve it.75%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (75%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.

Classroom Behavior60%city 66%

How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?.67%
How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?.60%
How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?.67%
How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?.46%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (60%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.

Effective School Leadership

Inclusive Leadership92%city 93%

The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.98%
The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.99%
The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.99%
I have the opportunity to work with adults at this school to make decisions in important areas that impact my life (e.g. instruction, safety, conflict resolution, etc.).73%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (92%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.

Instructional Leadership83%city 86%

The principal/school leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.87%
The principal/school leader at this school...understands how children learn.93%
The principal/school leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.100%
The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.87%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.80%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.87%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.80%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.73%
How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?.60%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (83%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Program Coherence77%city 83%

At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.73%
At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.80%
At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.79%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.

Teacher Influence57%city 66%

At this school…the principal/school leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.80%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?.67%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?.33%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?.53%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?.53%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (57%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.

Strong Family-Community Ties

Strong Relationships85%city 90%

At this school, my child receives what they need to achieve their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal(s). [Families of students with IEPs].85%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (85%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.

Parent Involvement in School65%city 63%

Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.95%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.95%
I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.6%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (65%) is their average, vs 63% citywide.

Trust

Parent-Principal Trust98%city 94%

I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.99%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).98%
The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.98%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (98%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Teacher-Teacher Trust87%city 86%

Teachers in this school trust each other.80%
It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.87%
I feel respected by other teachers at this school.93%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (87%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Teacher-Principal Trust77%city 84%

I feel respected by the principal/school leader at this school.93%
The principal/school leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.53%
The principal/school leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.80%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).67%
The principal/school leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.87%
The principal/school leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.93%
The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.67%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.

Student-Student Trust48%city 70%

Most students at this school treat each other with respect.42%
Most students treat students from different cultures or backgrounds equally.54%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (48%) is their average, vs 70% citywide.

Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.^[3]

Operational health

Attendance

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Chronic absenteeism

57%

Suspension rate

Student body

Race / ethnicity^[4]

Black 71%
Hispanic 24%
Multiracial 3%

School-level totals; may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small subgroup suppression.

Gender^[4]

Female 32%
Male 68%

Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.

Enrollment

270

Economic Need Index

84%

Free / reduced lunch

83%

English learners

Students with IEPs

14%

Location & commute

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