Very Good
#1482 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2
Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2
144 E 128TH ST-3RD FL, New York, NY 10035
Enrollment
237
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
237
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,482 of 4,742
In New York
#150 of 346
public schools
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2
Elementary School in New York · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2. Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th. Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,482 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
54% of students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 — Students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 Compares
See how Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
144 E 128TH ST-3RD FL, New York, NY 10035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES (rated 6.3/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 133 FRED R MOORE (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 30 HERNANDEZ/HUGHES New York | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 138 New York | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE KINGS ACADEMY OF THE TRUE CHURCH OF GOD New York | 0.1 mi | — |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL COMMERCE (THE) New York | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HARLEM PREP CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP ENDURANCE CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HARLEM RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 133 FRED R MOORE New York | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE PROMISE ACADEMY II CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 96 JOSEPH LANZETTA New York | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 7 SAMUEL STERN New York | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL MOTT HAVEN Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FELLOWSHIP OF LEARNING SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| RIVER EAST ELEMENTARY New York | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| OGORMAN GARDEN MONTESSORI New York | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 79 HORAN SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 197 JOHN B RUSSWURM New York | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,556
Median Home Value
$663,500
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
39,082
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
9.9%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark, NY | 7.2 |
| POUND RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pound Ridge, NY | 7.2 |
| PS 15 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York, NY | 7.2 |
| PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 serve?
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2?
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
How does Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 rank in NY?
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 ranks #1,482 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2's MySchoolScout rating?
Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 a charter school?
Yes, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 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-harlem 2 a Title I school?
No, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2?
87.3% of students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 2 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (646) 442-6600
Resources & Links
District
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 2- District Enrollment
- 237
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,128
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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