SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3

SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 is a Title I public charter school that is part of the SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 941 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 10th 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 82 teachers, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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-HARLEM 3, located at 141 E 111th Street in New York City, is part of the Success Academy network, the largest and highest-performing charter school network in New York State. The school operates with a rigorous academic model that emphasizes core subjects—including literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts—within a highly structured environment. It aims to prepare students from underserved communities for success in top-tier middle schools, high schools, and eventually college, by maintaining high expectations for student achievement and behavior.

The school is characterized by its fast-paced curriculum, extended school days, and a strong culture of academic discipline. Success Academy employs a data-driven approach to instruction, frequently assessing student progress to tailor teaching methods to individual needs. Beyond academics, the school places a significant focus on developing "scholarly habits," such as critical thinking, resilience, and curiosity. As a tuition-free public charter school, it serves as a prominent example of the "no-excuses" educational philosophy, drawing both significant support for its high test scores and debate regarding its intensive instructional culture.

For more information, contact SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 3 at (646) 747-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.