Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences (18K629)

5800 Tilden Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-968-6630
Hours: 8:00am - 2:35pm
School Website: https://caas629.com/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/18K629/
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School Leader: Sanatha Alexis (salexis@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Hannah-Lis Smith (hsmith21@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Glewna Steven (gsteven5@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Marvin Aleman (maleman2@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Candice Fagan (cfagan2@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Halley Tache Hahn (htache@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Alexa Kava (akava2@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

The Center for Arts and Science (CAAS) is a small, vibrant school located in the heart of East Flatbush, Brooklyn. At CAAS, we are committed to nurturing the whole child by partnering with families, educators, and community stakeholders. Our mission is to ensure every student has equal access to enriching experiences in the arts and sciences that prepare them for success in college, careers, and beyond. As a proud participant in the Career Readiness and Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) pilot, CAAS provides students with a strong foundation in career readiness. Beginning in 9th and 10th grade, students explore their interests through specialized courses that build essential skills. They also have opportunities to apply for apprenticeships in high-demand fields such as technology, finance, and business, allowing them to earn while they learn. CAAS is also a partner in FutureReadyNYC (FRNYC), an initiative grounded in five core components that support student success in high-growth sectors: Career-Connected Instruction: Career exploration and technical skill-building aligned to emerging industries. Early College Credits & Credentials: Pathway-aligned college credits and industry-recognized certifications. Work-Based Learning: Paid, pathway-specific experiences to build professional skills and networks. Personalized Advising: One-on-one guidance to help students plan and navigate their futures. Financial Literacy: Practical knowledge to promote lifelong financial well-being. In addition to our academic and career pathways, CAAS offers a rigorous dance program that trains and inspires students to advance in the performing arts. Our focus on technology integration also ensures students are digitally literate and ready for the modern world.

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 55%

Academic Highlights: Our dance and art program offers a rigorous and inspiring experience for students with a passion for the performing and visual arts. This dual-focus program provides structured training and creative exploration designed to develop both technical skill and artistic expression. In dance, students engage in intensive instruction across multiple styles and techniques, fostering discipline, confidence, and performance readiness. In visual art, students build foundational skills in drawing, painting, and mixed media, while also exploring contemporary practices and personal creative voice., Career Readiness & Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) School

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Courses Offered, College Courses On Site, College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, CRMYA School, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, Internship Expected, Internships Available, Orientation, Paid Apprenticeships, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Orientation, Summer Session, Weekend Programs

School Features:

  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP United States Government and Politics, Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Other (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
NYS Seal of Biliteracy
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball
PSAL Team
Tilden Educational Campus
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences (18K629)
It Takes a Village Academy (18K563)
Kurt Hahn Expeditionary Learning School (18K569)
Other Sports
Bowling, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Track
Clubs
Acting Club, Art Club, Basketball Club, Book Club, Career Wise, Culinary Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Dungeons Dragons Club, Filming Club...[more]
Art Courses
Choreographic Practices, Dance Foundations and History, Dance Techniques and Performance, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
The Cultural academy for the Arts and Sciences (CAAS) offers students a visual arts program that has an art history component alongside hands-on- exposure to a wide range of media, including drawing, painting, and sculpture. Our students explore theater, spoken word, and culinary arts that is provided in school during the school day. We also have a partnership with an artist who teaches theater for interested students. Through our partnership with Hook arts Media, we have implemented a filmmaking program that ensures that all students have access to arts programming. The culinary program is in its eighth year and provides students with experiences anchored in the restaurant industry. Our culinary students hone their skills through internships, catering at a variety of school events, as well as running a lunch cafe. The recipient of a 21st Century Grant, CAAS has a full-service afterschool program, which is run by the Leadership Program, featuring dance, music production, and culinary arts. In addition to project-based learning in visual arts, cultural literacy is built into the school day. Students are exposed to theater and film production and participate in talent shows yearly. CAAS is a steadfast supporter of its in-service learning through our many partnerships. Throughout the school year our students visit a plethora of arts institutions to view presentations.
Program Details
Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences ASD Horizon Program(L45C)

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in an ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Horizon program

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:5 / 16 (0.31)7 / 8 (0.88)
Rank Avg: 3.00
Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
296
272
235
    Grade 12 Students
77
61
38
    Grade 11 Students
44
50
34
    Grade 10 Students
95
74
84
    Grade 9 Students
80
87
79
Avg. Class Size
17.5
18.5
22.2
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
8.6
9.7
10.2
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
8 / 0 / 1
16 / 70 / 1
13 / 88 / 0
Attendance %
85%
87%
Graduation %
85%
87%
College %
54%
50%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
661 (76) / 118
86
567 (70) / 116
80
473 (59) / 108
99
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 60% responded
Academic Rigor 
  77.50%
Academic Engagement 
  70.73%
Safety 
  73.75%
Bully Prevention 
  73.63%
Inclusivity 
  79.36%
Mental Support 
  73.13%
Environment 
  68.71%
Post-School Support 
  80.50%
Teacher Responses 34% responded
Academic Rigor 
  96.00%
School Satisfaction 
  94.75%
Student Behavior 
  83.44%
Student Support 
  97.53%
School Leadership 
  98.93%
Instructional Clarity 
  98.20%
Instructional Development 
  95.83%
Post-School Support 
  100.00%
Family Responses 35% responded
Education 
  93.00%
Teacher Support 
  91.00%
Safety 
  93.33%
School Community 
  73.00%
School Leadership 
  88.10%
Post-School Support 
  96.00%
IEP Support 
  94.67%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  85.70%
CC Regents
  55
Non-CC Regents
  62
Impact Score
  0.47
Performance Score
  0.42
College Aptitude
CCR
  33.20%
SAT Math
  386
SAT R/W
  410
Postsecondary
2-Year College 35.90%
4-Year College 20.50%
Unknown 43.60%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 47.30%
Female 52.70%
English Language Learners:
  8.80%
Students with Disabilities:
  33.40%
Economic Need Index: 
  81.20%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 1.70%
Black 82.10%
Hispanic 13.20%
White 0.30%
Other 2.70%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 48.10%
White 29.60%
Other 22.30%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  30.10%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  20.20%
Students with SC
  4.40%
Has all programs
  96.00%
Has all services
  97.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  55
Regents Gl. Hist.
  60
Regents US Hist.
  56
Regents Algebra I
  55
Regents Living Env.
  55
4-Year Grad. Rate
  75
IEP Movement
Good
IEP Support 
  94.67%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services13 (19%)45 (67%)9 (13%)
Special Class12 (57%)9 (43%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (98%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (2%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy14 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Physical Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy61 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Vision Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School24 (86%)
Stop to School<=5 (?)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
ELL Progress
  70
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