Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Success Charter School-prospect Heights ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Charter School-prospect Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Success Charter School-prospect Heights's student population of 553 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Success Charter School-prospect Heights 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 Charter School-prospect Heights is 0.46, 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
#687 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
70%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Success Charter School-prospect Heights's ranking?
Success Charter School-prospect Heights is ranked #687 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Charter School-prospect Heights?
553 students attend Success Charter School-prospect Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Success Charter School-prospect Heights students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Success Charter School-prospect Heights offer ?
Success Charter School-prospect Heights offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Success Charter School-prospect Heights part of?
Success Charter School-prospect Heights is part of Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Success Charter School-prospect Heights located?
Success Charter School-prospect Heights is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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