Merriam Park Elementary vs New York Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Merriam Park Elementary
Merriam · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
415 students
New York Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
415 students
| Measure | Merriam Park Elementary Merriam, Kansas | New York Elem Lawrence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #476 of 686 | #496 of 686 |
| National rank | #33600 of 50,301 | #34703 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 415 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 57.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Merriam | Lawrence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merriam Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 35.9).
- •New York Elem does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •New York Elem does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •New York Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.3% vs 58.3%).
- •Merriam Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.8).
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 Merriam Park Elementary better than New York Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Merriam Park Elementary ranks higher (37.6 vs 35.9 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 Merriam Park Elementary and New York Elem?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Merriam and Lawrence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Merriam Park Elementary: 415. New York Elem: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Merriam Park Elementary and New York Elem rank in Kansas?
Merriam Park Elementary is 476th of 686 and New York Elem is 496th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).