Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3

The 2025 scores are extraordinary — 94% ELA and 95% math proficiency — but the trajectory tells a more nuanced story. The school jumped roughly 15 points in both subjects between 2024 and 2025 after modest gains the prior two years. Sixth graders hit 100% proficiency in both subjects, and Grade 5 nearly matched that at 97.8% ELA and 98.9% math. The earlier grades show more variation: Grade 3 posted strong scores (93.9% ELA, 98.5% math) but Grade 4 ELA dropped to 75%, a gap worth watching. Compared to District 16's 58% average in both subjects, these results represent a significant outlier — families should know this is an acceleration-focused model that may move at a faster pace than district schools.

The school reports a 94% attendance rate and a 3.79 out of 4 overall score, but the family voice in this data is nearly absent — the family survey had a 0% response rate with just one response recorded. Teacher-reported instruction quality isn't provided separately, but the overall score suggests confidence in academic programming. Without meaningful survey data, it's difficult to assess whether families feel heard or if there's a disconnect between the school's performance metrics and parent experience. The 17% IEP population indicates some special education support, but discipline data isn't included here.

The 208-student enrollment creates a small-school environment with an average class size of 17.9 students. The student body is 54% Black, 30% Hispanic, 11% White, with small Asian and Multi-Racial populations — fairly representative of Bedford-Stuyvesant's demographic mix. With a diversity index of 64% and 65% economic need, this is a school where many families are navigating financial constraints while pursuing academic opportunity. The 17% IEP rate is notable for a school without dedicated special education certification data, suggesting the model includes integrated support.

Bedford-Stuyvesant is one of Brooklyn's most transit-connected neighborhoods (95 on transit scores) and family-dense (87), though safety indicators show challenges that are worth acknowledging honestly. The median home value of $1.18 million reflects the area's shifting real estate market, while 26.7% homeownership and 23% poverty rate indicate economic diversity among residents. Families value education here — the education orientation score of 69 reflects strong parental investment in schools. The neighborhood offers solid park access and neighborhood retail, though the low safety score (23) means families should factor in their own comfort with the area.

Excellent transit access makes this school reachable by subway from much of central Brooklyn; families without cars can access it relatively easily, which matters given the limited parking in the area