Academy Charter School vs Jackson Main Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy Charter School
Hempstead · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,003 students
Jackson Main Elementary School
Hempstead · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
436 students
| Measure | Academy Charter School Hempstead, New York | Jackson Main Elementary School Hempstead, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #1953 of 2,536 |
| National rank | – | #36504 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 2,003 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 2,003 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 44% |
| city | Hempstead | Hempstead |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Main Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.5% vs 84.4%).
- •Academy Charter School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.8).
- •Academy Charter School is the larger school with 2,003 students compared with 436.
- •Academy Charter School is a charter school while Jackson Main Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academy Charter School better than Jackson Main Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Academy Charter School and Jackson Main Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Hempstead and Hempstead in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy Charter School: 2,003. Jackson Main Elementary School: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy Charter School and Jackson Main Elementary School rank in New York?
Academy Charter School is unranked and Jackson Main Elementary School is 1953rd of 2,536 among other schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).