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Berkeley Carroll School

181 Lincoln Place, Brooklyn, NY, 11217-0112 -

School Notes Overview:

Berkeley Carroll is an independent, college preparatory day school providing coeducational programs for children in prekindergarten through grade 12. The Berkeley Carroll School is a dynamic community sustained by a passion for learning where the relationship between student and teacher is paramount. We offer students a stimulating and rigorous program in the liberal arts and sciences, the creative arts, and physical education. Teachers create learning experiences that foster intellectual curiosity and imagination grounded in disciplined study. Students find their individual voice through open discussion, independent thought, respectful dissent, and the pursuit of new challenges. Berkeley Carroll strives to be a diverse place where everyone is encouraged to participate, everyone is cared for, and belief in and respect for one another are fundamental. We value integrity, kindness, and understanding. The school maintains a strong relationship with parents, whose involvement is actively sought and appreciated. Berkeley Carroll is committed to the highest standards of ethical behavior. ...

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School Overview:

	Berkeley Carroll School
School Type	Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s)	Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 12
County	Kings County, NY
Student Body
Total Students	802 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
% Students of Color	22%	22%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 55 students
	Kind - 50 students
	Grade 1 - 57 students
	Grade 2 - 56 students
	Grade 3 - 52 students
	Grade 4 - 50 students
	Grade 5 - 56 students
	Grade 6 - 66 students
	Grade 7 - 68 students
	Grade 8 - 67 students
	Grade 9 - 63 students
	Grade 10 - 58 students
	Grade 11 - 55 students
	Grade 12 - 49 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	105 teachers
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:7	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	172 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Berkeley Carroll is an independent, college preparatory day school providing coeducational programs for children in prekindergarten through grade 12. The Berkeley Carroll School is a dynamic community sustained by a passion for learning where the relationship between student and teacher is paramount. We offer students a stimulating and rigorous program in the liberal arts and sciences, the creative arts, and physical education. Teachers create learning experiences that foster intellectual curiosity and imagination grounded in disciplined study. Students find their individual voice through open discussion, independent thought, respectful dissent, and the pursuit of new challenges. Berkeley Carroll strives to be a diverse place where everyone is encouraged to participate, everyone is cared for, and belief in and respect for one another are fundamental. We value integrity, kindness, and understanding. The school maintains a strong relationship with parents, whose involvement is actively sought and appreciated. Berkeley Carroll is committed to the highest standards of ethical behavior.
Profile last updated: 02/14/2007

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About This Zipcode (11217)	School Zip (11217)	(NY) State Average
Population (Approximate)	35,353 people	18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	53%	32%
Population Average Age	34 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.2 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$49,567	$44,151
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	3.7 rooms	4.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	70 years old	58 years old
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