Brilla Caritas Charter School vs Ps 291
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 404 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brilla Caritas Charter School
Bronx · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
417 students
Ps 291
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades K–5
311 students
| Measure | Brilla Caritas Charter School Bronx, New York | Ps 291 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2528 of 2,536 | #1927 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #48825 of 50,301 | #36066 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 417 | 311 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 311 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.7% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 59.6 | 9.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 291 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.8 vs 12.1).
- •Brilla Caritas Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.7% vs 99%).
- •Ps 291 does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 59.6).
- •Brilla Caritas Charter School is the larger school with 417 students compared with 311.
- •Brilla Caritas Charter School is a charter school while Ps 291 is a public 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 Brilla Caritas Charter School better than Ps 291?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 291 ranks higher (33.8 vs 12.1 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 Brilla Caritas Charter School and Ps 291?
About 404 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brilla Caritas Charter School: 417. Ps 291: 311. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brilla Caritas Charter School and Ps 291 rank in New York?
Brilla Caritas Charter School is 2528th of 2,536 and Ps 291 is 1927th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).