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#3675 of 4,739 schools in NY
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1
School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BED STUY 1
70 TOMPKINS AVE-2ND FL, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 514 schools in BROOKLYN. Learn more
Enrollment
816
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
816
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Brooklyn
#455 of 570
public schools
New York schools
#198 of 245
About Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1
Success Academy Charter School – Bed Stuy 1 serves students from kindergarten through tenth grade in the Bed Stuy neighborhood of Brooklyn. The school enrolls 816 students and operates as a charter school within New York's public school system. According to state rankings, the school is positioned in the lower percentile of New York schools, placing it in the 16th percentile statewide.
This suggests the school has significant room for academic growth and improvement as it works to strengthen student outcomes. Parents considering this school should understand that academic performance data is limited, and the school may benefit from reviewing its instructional approaches and support systems. Located on Tompkins Avenue in a large urban setting, Success Academy Charter School – Bed Stuy 1 operates within Brooklyn's dynamic Bed Stuy community.
Families interested in learning more about the school's specific programs, instructional philosophy, or recent initiatives are encouraged to contact the school directly or visit in person to get a fuller picture of what the school offers its students.
What Parents Should Know
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 Compares
See how Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
70 TOMPKINS AVE-2ND FL, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 368 (rated 7.1/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is OHEL CHAYZ DBA TIFERES MORDECHEI CENTER FOR INTERG (rated 4.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER (rated 3.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 has a median household income of $57,280. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $822,100, with a median rent of $1,558/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| RIVERHEAD CHARTER SCHOOL Calverton, NY | 5.1 |
| YESHIVA ATERET TORAH Brooklyn, NY | 5.1 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ASPIRE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.0 |
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| JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1
What grades does Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 serve?
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1?
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 has an enrollment of approximately 816 students.
How does Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 rank in NY?
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 is ranked #3675 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1's MySchoolScout rating?
Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 has a composite rating of 5.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 a charter school?
Yes, Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 a Title I school?
No, Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1?
66.3% of students at Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 1 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 816
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 635-3294
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BED STUY 1- District Enrollment
- 816
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,598
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How We Rate Schools
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