Success Academy Charter School - Harlem 5

Success Academy Charter School - Harlem 5, serving students in grades K-8, is part of the high-performing Success Academy network, known for its rigorous academic model. The school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement, with ELA proficiency at 89% and Math proficiency at 96%, both significantly exceeding citywide medians and ranking well above the 75th percentile. The student body is predominantly Black and Hispanic, with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. The school's approach combines traditional discipline with a progressive curriculum, emphasizing high expectations, structured classrooms, and extensive daily reading. Parents frequently commend the professional staff, effective teacher communication, and the school's success in fostering high aspirations among students. While the school's official parent survey response rate was notably low, other feedback highlights strong parent satisfaction with the quality of education and support provided. Some external commentary, however, points to the intensity of the academic environment and disciplinary practices.