Central Park East II vs Highgate Heights
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 469 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Park East II
New York · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
407 students
Highgate Heights
Buffalo · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
407 students
| Measure | Central Park East II New York, New York | Highgate Heights Buffalo, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1638 of 2,536 | #2369 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #29942 of 50,301 | #44094 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 407 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 7.8 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 20% |
| city | New York | Buffalo |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Park East II scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 21.2).
- •Central Park East II does better on math proficiency (35% vs 20%).
- •Central Park East II does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 22%).
- •Central Park East II does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 92.9%).
- •Central Park East II does better on students per teacher (7.8 vs 11.6).
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 Central Park East II better than Highgate Heights?
On the Success Index (US), Central Park East II ranks higher (43.0 vs 21.2 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 Central Park East II and Highgate Heights?
About 469 km in a straight line, between New York and Buffalo in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Park East II: 407. Highgate Heights: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Park East II and Highgate Heights rank in New York?
Central Park East II is 1638th of 2,536 and Highgate Heights is 2369th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).