Our Schools

Our schools are on a mission to ensure every scholar is prepared to succeed in the college and the career of their choice. Coney Island Prep scholars benefit from highly skilled teachers and leaders who are deeply committed to seeing and teaching the whole child. Our community is characterized by rigorous academic programming, including a longer school day and year, and a warm and joyful culture.

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Coney Island Prep Lower Elementary School, a free public charter school, is nestled in the vibrant neighborhoods of Coney Island, Brighton Beach, Sheepshead Bay, and surrounding areas in Brooklyn (zip codes 11224, 11235, 11229). We blend joy, rigor, and high expectations to ensure our scholars in Kindergarten through second grade are well-prepared to succeed. With two teachers in every classroom, smaller teacher-to-student ratios help accelerate learning and allow for tailored instruction for each scholar, regardless of their background or starting point. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment that empowers our young learners to thrive academically and socially.

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Coney Island Prep Upper Elementary School, a free public charter school located in Bath Beach and serving scholars from the neighborhoods of Coney Island, Brighton Beach, Sheepshead Bay, and surrounding areas in Brooklyn (zip codes 11224, 11235, 11229), prioritizes the development of critical thinking skills through a rigorous Common Core-aligned curriculum. We enhance this approach by expanding exposure to performing arts electives. Our scholars progress from learning to read to reading to learn, mastering new skills with our PRIDE Advisory curriculum, and cultivating a passion for learning while fostering a growth mindset.

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Scholars are prepared for college and careers through rigorous academics, extraordinarily high expectations, and annual college trips. After-school activities include anime, dance, STEM, and photography. Our athletics program includes football, basketball, track, and volleyball.

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Located in a beautifully renovated school building on Avenue T, Coney Island Prep High School serves scholars in grades 9-12. Our academic, athletic, and cultural clubs foster strong character, self-advocacy, and a responsibility to become lifelong learners. Last year, we had 100% of our graduates accepted into colleges and universities.

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Our Schools by the Numbers

312 Lower Elementary School Students
336 Upper Elementary School Students
360 Middle School Students
345 High School Students