Ps 138 vs Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 52 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 138
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
356 students
Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights
Brooklyn · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
220 students
| Measure | Ps 138 Brooklyn, New York | Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1099 of 2,536 | #2005 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #19607 of 50,301 | #37522 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 356 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.7% | 76.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 58% | – |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 138 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 31.6).
- •Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.8% vs 85.7%).
- •Ps 138 is the larger school with 356 students compared with 220.
- •Ps 138 is a public school while Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights 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 Ps 138 better than Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 138 ranks higher (58.0 vs 31.6 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 Ps 138 and Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights?
About 52 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 138: 356. Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 138 and Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights rank in New York?
Ps 138 is 1099th of 2,536 and Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights is 2005th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).