Delaware Community School vs Ps 279 Herman Schreiber
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 222 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Delaware Community School
Albany · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
Ps 279 Herman Schreiber
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
| Measure | Delaware Community School Albany, New York | Ps 279 Herman Schreiber Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2330 of 2,536 | #1778 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #43379 of 50,301 | #32907 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 276 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 276 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Albany | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 279 Herman Schreiber scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 22.3).
- •Ps 279 Herman Schreiber does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Ps 279 Herman Schreiber does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Delaware Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 85.1%).
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 Delaware Community School better than Ps 279 Herman Schreiber?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 279 Herman Schreiber ranks higher (38.6 vs 22.3 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 Delaware Community School and Ps 279 Herman Schreiber?
About 222 km in a straight line, between Albany and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Delaware Community School: 276. Ps 279 Herman Schreiber: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Delaware Community School and Ps 279 Herman Schreiber rank in New York?
Delaware Community School is 2330th of 2,536 and Ps 279 Herman Schreiber is 1778th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).