High School of Economics & Finance vs Is 289
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 865 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High School of Economics & Finance
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
644 students
Is 289
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
253 students
| Measure | High School of Economics & Finance New York, New York | Is 289 New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #615 of 1,079 | #135 of 785 |
| National rank | #2903 of 16,910 | #1802 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 644 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 644 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 72% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Is 289 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 71.6).
- •High School of Economics & Finance does better on math proficiency (92% vs 72%).
- •High School of Economics & Finance does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 75%).
- •Is 289 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 80.4%).
- •Is 289 does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.0).
- •High School of Economics & Finance is the larger school with 644 students compared with 253.
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 of Economics & Finance better than Is 289?
On the Success Index (US), Is 289 ranks higher (78.1 vs 71.6 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 of Economics & Finance and Is 289?
About 865 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High School of Economics & Finance: 644. Is 289: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High School of Economics & Finance and Is 289 rank in New York?
High School of Economics & Finance is 615th of 1,079 and Is 289 is 135th of 785 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).