Harry S Truman High School vs Ps 153 Helen Keller
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 140 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harry S Truman High School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,650 students
Ps 153 Helen Keller
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
440 students
| Measure | Harry S Truman High School Bronx, New York | Ps 153 Helen Keller Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #603 of 1,079 | #1074 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #2860 of 16,910 | #19007 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,650 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 1,650 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 53% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harry S Truman High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 58.8).
- •Harry S Truman High School does better on math proficiency (89% vs 53%).
- •Harry S Truman High School does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 63%).
- •Ps 153 Helen Keller does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 81.3%).
- •Harry S Truman High School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.8).
- •Harry S Truman High School is the larger school with 1,650 students compared with 440.
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 Harry S Truman High School better than Ps 153 Helen Keller?
On the Success Index (US), Harry S Truman High School ranks higher (71.8 vs 58.8 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 Harry S Truman High School and Ps 153 Helen Keller?
About 140 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harry S Truman High School: 1,650. Ps 153 Helen Keller: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harry S Truman High School and Ps 153 Helen Keller rank in New York?
Harry S Truman High School is 603rd of 1,079 and Ps 153 Helen Keller is 1074th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).