Community Action School-MS 258 vs Lafayette Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Community Action School-MS 258
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
139 students
Lafayette Academy
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
194 students
| Measure | Community Action School-MS 258 New York, New York | Lafayette Academy New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #584 of 785 | #264 of 785 |
| National rank | #11185 of 15,369 | #4794 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 139 | 194 |
| Enrollment | 139 | 194 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 58.8% |
| Students per teacher | 7.0 | 7.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 52% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 33.5).
- •Lafayette Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 31%).
- •Lafayette Academy does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Lafayette Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 95%).
- •Community Action School-MS 258 does better on students per teacher (7.0 vs 7.2).
- •Lafayette Academy is the larger school with 194 students compared with 139.
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 Community Action School-MS 258 better than Lafayette Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette Academy ranks higher (63.1 vs 33.5 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 Community Action School-MS 258 and Lafayette Academy?
About 0 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Community Action School-MS 258: 139. Lafayette Academy: 194. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Community Action School-MS 258 and Lafayette Academy rank in New York?
Community Action School-MS 258 is 584th of 785 and Lafayette Academy is 264th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).