Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1's student population of 429 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
33 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#825 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
65%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1's ranking?
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 is ranked #825 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 often compared to?
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1is often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School - Bronx 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1?
429 students attend Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 offer ?
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 part of?
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 is part of Success Academy Charter School-Bronx 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 located?
Success Academy Charter School-bronx 1 is located in the Mott Haven neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 38 other public schools located in Mott Haven.
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