Average
#1955 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
Based on limited data
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica
Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA
120-27 141ST ST, Jamaica, NY 11436
Enrollment
493
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
493
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,955 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#22 of 48
public schools
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 123
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
PS 96
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA. Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th. Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,955 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica show 92% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica 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.
Score Breakdown
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Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica — Students at Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica Compares
See how Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120-27 141ST ST, Jamaica, NY 11436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 96 South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| AL-IHSAN ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 124 OSMOND A CHURCH South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| JHS 226 VIRGIL I GRISSON South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,104
Median Home Value
$602,800
Median Rent
$2,079/mo
Population
21,364
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica serve?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
How does Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica rank in NY?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica ranks #1,955 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica's MySchoolScout rating?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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-south Jamaica?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica has 92% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica a charter school?
Yes, Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica 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-south Jamaica a Title I school?
No, Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica?
67.1% of students at Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (718) 704-1441
Resources & Links
District
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA- District Enrollment
- 493
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,335
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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