Gorham Elementary School vs Ps 165 Ida Posner
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 358 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gorham Elementary School
Gorham · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
213 students
Ps 165 Ida Posner
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | Gorham Elementary School Gorham, New York | Ps 165 Ida Posner Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1782 of 2,536 | #2191 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #33013 of 50,301 | #41017 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| city | Gorham | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gorham Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 26.1).
- •Ps 165 Ida Posner does better on math proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Gorham Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Gorham Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 92%).
- •Gorham Elementary School does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 12.5).
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 Gorham Elementary School better than Ps 165 Ida Posner?
On the Success Index (US), Gorham Elementary School ranks higher (38.4 vs 26.1 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 Gorham Elementary School and Ps 165 Ida Posner?
About 358 km in a straight line, between Gorham and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gorham Elementary School: 213. Ps 165 Ida Posner: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gorham Elementary School and Ps 165 Ida Posner rank in New York?
Gorham Elementary School is 1782nd of 2,536 and Ps 165 Ida Posner is 2191st of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).