Abraham Lincoln High School vs Ps 253
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 588 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln High School
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,210 students
Ps 253
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
955 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln High School Brooklyn, New York | Ps 253 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,079 | #748 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #3800 of 16,910 | #12297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,210 | 955 |
| Enrollment | 2,210 | 955 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 92% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.0 vs 68.6).
- •Ps 253 does better on math proficiency (92% vs 90%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High School does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 76%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 90.9%).
- •Ps 253 does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.4).
- •Abraham Lincoln High School is the larger school with 2,210 students compared with 955.
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 Abraham Lincoln High School better than Ps 253?
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 Abraham Lincoln High School and Ps 253?
About 588 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln High School: 2,210. Ps 253: 955. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln High School and Ps 253 rank in New York?
Abraham Lincoln High School is 758th of 1,079 and Ps 253 is 748th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).