Serving 1,006 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Success Academy Charter School-union Square ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-union Square ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Success Academy Charter School-union Square's student population of 1,006 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
49 teachers
School Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-union Square ranks within the top 10% 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-union Square is 0.77, which is more 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
#294 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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-union Square's ranking?
Success Academy Charter School-union Square is ranked #294 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-union Square?
1,006 students attend Success Academy Charter School-union Square.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Success Academy Charter School-union Square students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-union Square offer ?
Success Academy Charter School-union Square offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Success Academy Charter School-union Square part of?
Success Academy Charter School-union Square is part of Success Academy Charter School-Union Square School District.
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