Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 714 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway's student population of 714 students has grown by 162% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
15 teachers
School Rankings
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway is 0.43, 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
#263 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
73%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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-far Rockaway's ranking?
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway is ranked #263 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway often compared to?
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockawayis often viewed alongside schools like Challenge Preparatory Charter School, Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway?
714 students attend Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway offer ?
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway part of?
Success Academy Charter School-far Rockaway is part of Success Academy Charter School-Far Rockaway School District.
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