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Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5

Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5

301 W 140TH ST-3RD FL, New York, NY 10030

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

793

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

793

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,782 of 4,742

In New York

#164 of 346

public schools

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5. Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 serves approximately 793 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,782 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 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.

36% of students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.6Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data4

Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr

Data Period2012–2022

TrendStable

Academics8.9Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency72.6% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency73.6% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+31.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile83th

Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Per-Pupil Spending$17,600

Chronic Absenteeism35.8%

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 — Students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 87.5% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)

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State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)

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State

N/A

Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012

Math

87%

ELA

62%

2013

Math

97.5%

ELA

67%

2014

Math

93%

ELA

65%

2022

Math

72.6%

ELA

73.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 Compares

See how Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.9/10

62th percentile in NY

Academic

8.9/10

Excellent

Growth

7.6/10

Very Good

Environment

2.2/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

81%

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

35.8%

Location

301 W 140TH ST-3RD FL, New York, NY 10030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 123 MAHALIA JACKSON New York	0.0 mi	391	4.4
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	237	6.9
HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	574	8.5
PS 194 COUNTEE CULLEN New York	0.2 mi	144	4.2
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL OF HARLEM New York	0.3 mi	596	6.6
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM New York	0.2 mi	216	7.9
MOTT HALL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	240	4.3
HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY New York	0.3 mi	579	8.2
THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY FOR LEARNING & SOCIAL CHANGE New York	0.3 mi	458	4.4
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	140	6.5
PS 92 MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE New York	0.4 mi	170	5.8
ST. HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	186	4.2
DEMOCRACY PREP HARLEM CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	1,012	5.2
A PHILIP RANDOLPH CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	1,387	6.3
PS 175 HENRY H GARNET New York	0.4 mi	272	3.6
PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL New York	0.5 mi	389	4.9
WILLIAM LYNCH SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.5 mi	249	5.6
PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS New York	0.5 mi	550	5.0
PS 192 JACOB H SCHIFF New York	0.4 mi	233	5.9
HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	310	7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,738

Median Home Value

$810,100

Median Rent

$1,204/mo

Population

30,781

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

13.3%

Avg Commute

38.9 min

Poverty Rate

32.6%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany, NY	483	6.9
ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jervis, NY	753	6.9
CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium, NY	540	6.9
CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY	561	6.9
CHARLTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake, NY	476	6.9
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clinton, NY	531	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5

What grades does Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 serve?

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5?

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 has an enrollment of approximately 793 students.

How does Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 rank in NY?

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 ranks #1,782 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5's MySchoolScout rating?

Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 5?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 a charter school?

Yes, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 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 5 a Title I school?

No, Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5?

81.0% of students at Success Academy Charter School-harlem 5 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 70 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 793
Free/Reduced Lunch: 81.0%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 35.8%
Phone: (646) 380-2580

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District

SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 5

District Enrollment: 793
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $17,600
District Rank: #1 of 1

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