SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS

SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 517 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Success Academy Charter School – Washington Heights is part of the Success Academy network, the largest and highest-performing charter school network in New York City. Located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, the school follows the organization’s rigorous, "no-excuses" educational model. The curriculum places a heavy emphasis on core academic subjects—specifically mathematics, literacy, and science—while incorporating enrichment activities such as chess, art, and athletics to foster a well-rounded development for its students.

The school is known for its high academic standards, structured environment, and extended school day, which are designed to close the achievement gap and prepare students for success in college and beyond. As a public charter school, it operates independently of the traditional district school system, drawing students from the local community via a lottery process. Parents and families are typically expected to maintain high levels of involvement, aligning with the school’s mission to cultivate academic excellence through disciplined instruction and a data-driven approach to student performance.

For more information, contact SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS at (646) 558-0027 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.