Success Academy Charter School - Rosedale

Success Academy Charter School - Rosedale is an elementary charter school in Queens, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It is widely recognized for its exceptional academic performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates significantly exceeding citywide medians, placing it among the top-performing elementary schools in New York. The school operates with a highly structured academic model, emphasizing rigorous instruction, frequent assessment, and college-preparatory expectations from an early age. While many parents commend the school for providing an extraordinary education and fostering independence, some express concerns about the intense academic pressure, heavy homework load, and a highly disciplined environment that some perceive as overly strict or institutionalized. The school serves a predominantly Black student population, with a low percentage of English Language Learners and students with disabilities compared to citywide averages. Despite the academic intensity, the curriculum includes arts, music, chess, and athletics.