Ps 120 Carlos Tapia vs Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 585 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 120 Carlos Tapia
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
289 students
Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2
Brooklyn · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
271 students
| Measure | Ps 120 Carlos Tapia Brooklyn, New York | Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2137 of 2,536 | #2122 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #40229 of 50,301 | #39886 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 289 | 271 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 271 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 80.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.3 vs 27.9).
- •Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 94.8%).
- •Ps 120 Carlos Tapia is the larger school with 289 students compared with 271.
- •Ps 120 Carlos Tapia is a public school while Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Ps 120 Carlos Tapia better than Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2?
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 Ps 120 Carlos Tapia and Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2?
About 585 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 120 Carlos Tapia: 289. Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2: 271. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 120 Carlos Tapia and Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2 rank in New York?
Ps 120 Carlos Tapia is 2137th of 2,536 and Success Academy Charter School-Bed Stuy 2 is 2122nd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).