High School for Contemporary Arts vs Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 215 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High School for Contemporary Arts
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
289 students
Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5
Bronx · Charter elementary · Grades K–K
125 students
| Measure | High School for Contemporary Arts Bronx, New York | Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #693 of 1,079 | #2327 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #3345 of 16,910 | #43306 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 289 | 125 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 7.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High School for Contemporary Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 22.5).
- •Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.6% vs 94.5%).
- •High School for Contemporary Arts is the larger school with 289 students compared with 125.
- •High School for Contemporary Arts is a public school while Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5 is a charter 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 High School for Contemporary Arts better than Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5?
On the Success Index (US), High School for Contemporary Arts ranks higher (69.8 vs 22.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are High School for Contemporary Arts and Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5?
About 215 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High School for Contemporary Arts: 289. Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5: 125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High School for Contemporary Arts and Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5 rank in New York?
High School for Contemporary Arts is 693rd of 1,079 and Success Academy Charter School-Nyc 5 is 2327th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).