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#1198 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 25% in state

Success Academy Charter School-upper West

Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST

145 W 84TH ST-2ND FL, New York, NY 10024

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

1,001

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

1,001

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,198 of 4,742

In New York

#128 of 346

public schools

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Success Academy Charter School-upper West

Success Academy Charter School-upper West is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST. Success Academy Charter School-upper West serves approximately 1,001 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Success Academy Charter School-upper West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,198 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Success Academy Charter School-upper West show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above NY schools

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Success Academy Charter School-upper West 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.1Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data3

Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr

Data Period2013–2022

TrendStable

Academics9.5Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency88.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency88.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency88% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected+38.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile93th

Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%

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

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Per-Pupil Spending$16,779

Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Success Academy Charter School-upper West — Students at Success Academy Charter School-upper West 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

54.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 94.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 85.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013

Math

97.5%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

97.5%

ELA

87%

2022

Math

88.4%

ELA

88.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Success Academy Charter School-upper West Compares

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

Overall Score

7.5/10

75th percentile in NY

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Growth

8.1/10

Excellent

Environment

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

54%

Chronic Absenteeism

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

22.8%

Location

145 W 84TH ST-2ND FL, New York, NY 10024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Success Academy Charter School-upper West may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS New York	0.0 mi	122	6.8
GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) New York	0.0 mi	393	7.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE) New York	0.0 mi	316	7.5
FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.0 mi	426	7.3
PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON New York	0.1 mi	497	7.8
MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	259	4.7
MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	251	7.6
GAN ALIYA New York	0.1 mi	42	6.4
THE SMITH SCHOOL New York	0.1 mi	33	6.6
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York	0.2 mi	600	8.7
BEIT RABBAN DAY SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	95	6.9
BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA New York	0.2 mi	30	6.2
THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.3 mi	232	7.9
PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	513	4.0
PS 87 WILLIAM SHERMAN New York	0.3 mi	726	7.5
METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	101	8.4
MS 247 DUAL LANGUAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	206	6.1
MS 245 COMPUTER SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	364	8.4
ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.4 mi	510	8.0
DWIGHT SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	742	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,614

Median Home Value

$1,746,400

Median Rent

$2,965/mo

Population

62,576

College Educated

84.2%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

44.8

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PS 150 Long Island City, NY	699	7.5
PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER Brooklyn, NY	675	7.5
PS 87 WILLIAM SHERMAN New York, NY	726	7.5
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park, NY	609	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Success Academy Charter School-upper West

What grades does Success Academy Charter School-upper West serve?

Success Academy Charter School-upper West serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-upper West?

Success Academy Charter School-upper West has an enrollment of approximately 1,001 students.

How does Success Academy Charter School-upper West rank in NY?

Success Academy Charter School-upper West ranks #1,198 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Success Academy Charter School-upper West's MySchoolScout rating?

Success Academy Charter School-upper West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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-upper West?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Success Academy Charter School-upper West has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Success Academy Charter School-upper West a charter school?

Yes, Success Academy Charter School-upper West 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-upper West a Title I school?

No, Success Academy Charter School-upper West is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.1% of students at Success Academy Charter School-upper West 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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Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 85 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 1,001
Free/Reduced Lunch: 54.1%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 22.8%
Phone: (646) 274-1580

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District

SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST

District Enrollment: 1,001
Schools in District: 1
Per-Pupil Spending: $16,779
District Rank: #1 of 1

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