Overview

La Cima Charter School is a public charter school in Brooklyn, NY, offering 4 sports. It is the only elementary school in La Cima Charter School.
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School Rating

La Cima Charter School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
5/10
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Courses & Programs

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About the School

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4.0
13 Reviews
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Neighborhood

800 Gates Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221
School leader: Ms. Lori Riddick, Principal
(718) 443-2136
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