High School of Economics & Finance vs Ps 234 Independence School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 760 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
Ps 234 Independence School
New York · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
| Measure | High School of Economics & Finance New York, New York | Ps 234 Independence School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #615 of 1,079 | #39 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #2903 of 16,910 | #265 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 644 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 644 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 5.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 84% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 234 Independence School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 71.6).
- •High School of Economics & Finance does better on math proficiency (92% vs 84%).
- •High School of Economics & Finance does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 77%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 80.4%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.0).
- •High School of Economics & Finance is the larger school with 644 students compared with 460.
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 Ps 234 Independence School?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 Independence School ranks higher (93.2 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 Ps 234 Independence School?
About 760 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. Ps 234 Independence School: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High School of Economics & Finance and Ps 234 Independence School rank in New York?
High School of Economics & Finance is 615th of 1,079 and Ps 234 Independence School is 39th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).