Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3

Success Academy Charter School - Bed Stuy 3 is an elementary school in Brooklyn serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with ELA proficiency at 94% and Math proficiency at 95%, both well above citywide medians and near the highest levels across New York City schools. The school maintains a notably positive and safe environment, reflected in a 0.0% suspension rate. Parents express high satisfaction, with a 100% positive response rate on recent surveys, often praising the dedicated teachers and the quality of education their children receive. The school is part of the Success Academy network, known for its rigorous academic curriculum and high expectations, which aims to foster critical thinking and a love of learning. While the network has a reputation for strict discipline, this specific school demonstrates strong academic outcomes alongside a very low suspension rate. The student body is predominantly Black and Hispanic, and the school serves a diverse community.