Central School vs Ps 46 Alley Pond
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Larchmont · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
Ps 46 Alley Pond
Bayside · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
| Measure | Central School Larchmont, New York | Ps 46 Alley Pond Bayside, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #327 of 2,536 | #286 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #4190 of 50,301 | #3357 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 520 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 88% |
| city | Larchmont | Bayside |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 46 Alley Pond scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 81.4).
- •Ps 46 Alley Pond does better on math proficiency (88% vs 71%).
- •Ps 46 Alley Pond does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 60%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 54.2%).
- •Ps 46 Alley Pond does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.8).
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 School better than Ps 46 Alley Pond?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 46 Alley Pond ranks higher (83.1 vs 81.4 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 School and Ps 46 Alley Pond?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Larchmont and Bayside in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 520. Ps 46 Alley Pond: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Ps 46 Alley Pond rank in New York?
Central School is 327th of 2,536 and Ps 46 Alley Pond is 286th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).