Anthony Alfano Elementary School vs South Shore Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 807 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anthony Alfano Elementary School
Central Islip · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
491 students
South Shore Charter School
Central Islip · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
268 students
| Measure | Anthony Alfano Elementary School Central Islip, New York | South Shore Charter School Central Islip, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 100 Top 5% |
| State rank | #2187 of 2,536 | #1 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #40972 of 50,301 | #1 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 491 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 1.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Central Islip | Central Islip |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Shore Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (99.9 vs 26.1).
- •South Shore Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.1% vs 73.3%).
- •Anthony Alfano Elementary School is the larger school with 491 students compared with 268.
- •Anthony Alfano Elementary School is a public school while South Shore Charter School 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 Anthony Alfano Elementary School better than South Shore Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), South Shore Charter School ranks higher (99.9 vs 26.1 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 Anthony Alfano Elementary School and South Shore Charter School?
About 807 m in a straight line, between Central Islip and Central Islip in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School: 491. South Shore Charter School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anthony Alfano Elementary School and South Shore Charter School rank in New York?
Anthony Alfano Elementary School is 2187th of 2,536 and South Shore Charter School is 1st of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).