Harold D Fayette School vs John G Dinkelmeyer School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harold D Fayette School
North Merrick · Public elementary · Grades K–6
286 students
John G Dinkelmeyer School
North Bellmore · Public elementary · Grades K–6
440 students
| Measure | Harold D Fayette School North Merrick, New York | John G Dinkelmeyer School North Bellmore, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #176 of 2,536 | #319 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #1607 of 50,301 | #4056 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 286 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 286 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.7% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 72% |
| city | North Merrick | North Bellmore |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harold D Fayette School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.1 vs 81.7).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.7% vs 18%).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.8).
- •John G Dinkelmeyer School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 286.
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 Harold D Fayette School better than John G Dinkelmeyer School?
On the Success Index (US), Harold D Fayette School ranks higher (87.1 vs 81.7 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 Harold D Fayette School and John G Dinkelmeyer School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between North Merrick and North Bellmore in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harold D Fayette School: 286. John G Dinkelmeyer School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harold D Fayette School and John G Dinkelmeyer School rank in New York?
Harold D Fayette School is 176th of 2,536 and John G Dinkelmeyer School is 319th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).