High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus vs Highland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 120 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
513 students
Highland High School
Highland · Public high · Grades 9–12
513 students
| Measure | High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus Brooklyn, New York | Highland High School Highland, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank | #866 of 1,079 | #317 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #5042 of 16,910 | #836 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 513 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 92% |
| city | Brooklyn | Highland |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.3 vs 63.0).
- •Highland High School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 87%).
- •Highland High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 82%).
- •Highland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 84.4%).
- •Highland High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.3).
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 High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus better than Highland High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High School ranks higher (83.3 vs 63.0 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 High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus and Highland High School?
About 120 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Highland in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus: 513. Highland High School: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus and Highland High School rank in New York?
High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus is 866th of 1,079 and Highland High School is 317th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).