Elm Community Charter School vs Ps 12 James B Colgate
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 934 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elm Community Charter School
Elmhurst · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
Ps 12 James B Colgate
Woodside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
| Measure | Elm Community Charter School Elmhurst, New York | Ps 12 James B Colgate Woodside, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2208 of 2,536 | #1030 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #41265 of 50,301 | #17950 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 460 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.6% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 59% |
| Math proficiency | – | 68% |
| city | Elmhurst | Woodside |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 12 James B Colgate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 25.7).
- •Elm Community Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.6% vs 85.9%).
- •Ps 12 James B Colgate is the larger school with 838 students compared with 460.
- •Elm Community Charter School is a charter school while Ps 12 James B Colgate 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 Elm Community Charter School better than Ps 12 James B Colgate?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 12 James B Colgate ranks higher (60.4 vs 25.7 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 Elm Community Charter School and Ps 12 James B Colgate?
About 934 m in a straight line, between Elmhurst and Woodside in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elm Community Charter School: 460. Ps 12 James B Colgate: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elm Community Charter School and Ps 12 James B Colgate rank in New York?
Elm Community Charter School is 2208th of 2,536 and Ps 12 James B Colgate is 1030th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).