Below Average
#4092 of 4,739 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights
Elementary School · SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS
701 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, New York, NY 10040
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 318 schools in NEW YORK. Learn more
Enrollment
541
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
541
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In New York
#324 of 346
public schools
New York elementary schools
#2,146 of 2,549
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Strong
About Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS is an elementary charter school serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. Located at 701 Fort Washington Avenue in the heart of New York City, it offers a unique educational experience within a large urban setting. With an enrollment of 541 students, the school focuses on providing a strong foundation for early education despite not having specific data available for student-teacher ratios or test scores.
The MySchoolScout rating reflects that there is room for academic growth and continuous improvement in its current ranking among New York State schools. Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights is deeply embedded in the vibrant community of New York, offering a supportive educational environment for young learners.
What Parents Should Know
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights Compares
See how Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
701 FORT WASHINGTON AVE, New York, NY 10040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOS PUENTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,022
Median Home Value
$465,700
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
41,581
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
15.4%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
41.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights has a median household income of $64,022. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $465,700, with a median rent of $1,680/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 4.6 |
| BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 4.6 |
| CASEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 4.6 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 4.6 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights
What grades does Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights serve?
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights?
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
How does Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights rank in NY?
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights is ranked #4092 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights has a composite rating of 4.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights a charter school?
Yes, Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights 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 - Washington Heights a Title I school?
No, Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights?
74.3% of students at Success Academy Charter School - Washington Heights 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
- City Safety
- High (3,049/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New York). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Phone
- (646) 558-0027
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS- District Enrollment
- 541
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,861
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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