Hewitt School vs William S Covert 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.
Hewitt School
Rockville Centre · Public elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
William S Covert School
South Hempstead · Public elementary · Grades K–5
286 students
| Measure | Hewitt School Rockville Centre, New York | William S Covert School South Hempstead, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #67 of 2,536 | #62 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #449 of 50,301 | #416 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 465 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 3.7% | 22.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| city | Rockville Centre | South Hempstead |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.7 vs 92.0).
- •William S Covert School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •William S Covert School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Hewitt School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.7% vs 22.4%).
- •William S Covert School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.9).
- •Hewitt School is the larger school with 465 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 Hewitt School better than William S Covert School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hewitt School and William S Covert School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Rockville Centre and South Hempstead in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hewitt School: 465. William S Covert School: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hewitt School and William S Covert School rank in New York?
Hewitt School is 67th of 2,536 and William S Covert School is 62nd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).