Very Good

#1580 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 33% in state

Based on limited data

Success Academy Charter School-union Square

Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE

40 IRVING PL-2ND FL, New York, NY 10003

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

1,006

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

1,006

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,580 of 4,742

In New York

#155 of 346

public schools

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Success Academy Charter School-union Square

Success Academy Charter School-union Square is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE. Success Academy Charter School-union Square serves approximately 1,006 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Success Academy Charter School-union Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,580 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Success Academy Charter School-union Square show 86% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.2 pts above NY schools

7.1

This school 7.1 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Success Academy Charter School-union Square 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.5Excellent60%

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

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Math Proficiency86.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency89.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency88% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+37.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile93th

Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement40%

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

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Per-Pupil Spending$18,945

Chronic Absenteeism25.6%

Success Academy Charter School-union Square — Students at Success Academy Charter School-union Square score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 86.4% (2022 EdFacts)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 89.5% (2022 EdFacts)

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State

N/A

Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

How Success Academy Charter School-union Square Compares

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

Overall Score

7.1/10

67th percentile in NY

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Environment

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

54%

Chronic Absenteeism

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

25.6%

Location

40 IRVING PL-2ND FL, New York, NY 10003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Success Academy Charter School-union Square may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 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
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	511	8.0
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND DIPLOMACY (THE) New York	0.0 mi	120	7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT UNION SQUARE New York	0.0 mi	359	7.7
UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES New York	0.0 mi	482	6.9
ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING New York	0.0 mi	416	6.6
FRIENDS SEMINARY New York	0.2 mi	791	6.7
BALLET TECH/NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR DANCE New York	0.3 mi	116	9.0
ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York	0.3 mi	215	7.4
SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	727	6.8
MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	629	4.8
GRACE CHURCH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	750	7.1
GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	749	8.0
CLINTON SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.3 mi	839	8.5
LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	102	8.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York	0.3 mi	1,667	8.3
INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York	0.3 mi	479	8.7
PS 226 New York	0.3 mi	282	4.0
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York	0.3 mi	537	8.1
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York	0.3 mi	369	8.3
EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	473	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,750

Median Home Value

$1,137,000

Median Rent

$2,772/mo

Population

53,825

College Educated

82.2%

Homeownership

34.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

31.7

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GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY	647	7.1
JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Deer Park, NY	839	7.1
MENDON CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pittsford, NY	649	7.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Success Academy Charter School-union Square

What grades does Success Academy Charter School-union Square serve?

Success Academy Charter School-union Square serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-union Square?

Success Academy Charter School-union Square has an enrollment of approximately 1,006 students.

How does Success Academy Charter School-union Square rank in NY?

Success Academy Charter School-union Square ranks #1,580 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Success Academy Charter School-union Square's MySchoolScout rating?

Success Academy Charter School-union Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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-union Square?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy Charter School-union Square has 86% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Success Academy Charter School-union Square a charter school?

Yes, Success Academy Charter School-union Square 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-union Square a Title I school?

No, Success Academy Charter School-union Square is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.2% of students at Success Academy Charter School-union Square 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: 100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 94 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 1,006
Free/Reduced Lunch: 54.2%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 25.6%
Phone: (646) 790-2161

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District

SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE

District Enrollment: 1,006
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $18,945
District Rank: #1 of 1

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