Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Success Academy Charter School-flatbush ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush's student population of 560 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Success Academy Charter School-flatbush is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#954 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
86%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Success Academy Charter School-flatbush's ranking?
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush is ranked #954 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Success Academy Charter School-flatbush often compared to?
Success Academy Charter School-flatbushis often viewed alongside schools like Explore Charter School, P.S. 249 Caton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-flatbush?
560 students attend Success Academy Charter School-flatbush.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Success Academy Charter School-flatbush students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-flatbush offer ?
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Success Academy Charter School-flatbush part of?
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush is part of Success Academy Charter School-Flatbush School District.
In what neighborhood is Success Academy Charter School-flatbush located?
Success Academy Charter School-flatbush is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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