Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-4
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica's student population of 493 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica is 0.63, 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
#510 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
57%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
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-south Jamaica's ranking?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica is ranked #510 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica often compared to?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaicais often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy Charter School - Springfield Gardens 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 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica?
493 students attend Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica offer ?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica part of?
Success Academy Charter School-south Jamaica is part of Success Academy Charter School-South Jamaica School District.
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