Harold D Fayette School vs Ps 268 Emma Lazarus
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 31 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
Ps 268 Emma Lazarus
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
286 students
| Measure | Harold D Fayette School North Merrick, New York | Ps 268 Emma Lazarus Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 2,536 | #1932 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #1607 of 50,301 | #36132 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 286 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 286 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.7% | 88.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 32% |
| city | North Merrick | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harold D Fayette School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.1 vs 33.7).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Harold D Fayette School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.7% vs 88.8%).
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 Ps 268 Emma Lazarus?
On the Success Index (US), Harold D Fayette School ranks higher (87.1 vs 33.7 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 Ps 268 Emma Lazarus?
About 31 km in a straight line, between North Merrick and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harold D Fayette School: 286. Ps 268 Emma Lazarus: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harold D Fayette School and Ps 268 Emma Lazarus rank in New York?
Harold D Fayette School is 176th of 2,536 and Ps 268 Emma Lazarus is 1932nd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).