Brooklyn Dreams Charter School

Brooklyn Dreams Charter School serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade, operating as part of the National Heritage Academies network. The school emphasizes academic excellence alongside character development, incorporating "Moral Focus™ lessons" to teach virtues such as respect and compassion. Academically, the school demonstrates strength in English Language Arts proficiency, with scores above the citywide median. However, math proficiency is a concern, falling near the citywide 25th percentile, and the percentage of students in accelerated coursework is also low compared to citywide benchmarks. The school offers an EXCEL-ERATE program for advanced learners and various after-school clubs, including coding, theater, art, and music. Middle school students have opportunities to earn high school credits through Regents exams. Parent sentiment is mixed; some praise teachers as responsible and encouraging, while others express concerns about staff turnover and teacher quality. The school has a diverse student body, with a significant proportion of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, and a higher percentage of English Language Learners than the citywide median.