Baylis Elementary School vs Willits Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baylis Elementary School
Plainview · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
Willits Elementary School
Syosset · Public elementary · Grades K–5
298 students
| Measure | Baylis Elementary School Plainview, New York | Willits Elementary School Syosset, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #41 of 2,536 | #38 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #280 of 50,301 | #254 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 416 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.3% | 16.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 92% |
| city | Plainview | Syosset |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.0 vs 93.3).
- •Willits Elementary School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 86%).
- •Baylis Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Willits Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.4% vs 17.3%).
- •Willits Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 10.7).
- •Baylis Elementary School is the larger school with 416 students compared with 298.
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 Baylis Elementary School better than Willits Elementary School?
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 Baylis Elementary School and Willits Elementary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Plainview and Syosset in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baylis Elementary School: 416. Willits Elementary School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baylis Elementary School and Willits Elementary School rank in New York?
Baylis Elementary School is 41st of 2,536 and Willits Elementary School is 38th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).