Horizon-on-the-Hudson School vs Ps 49 Willis Avenue
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon-on-the-Hudson School
Newburgh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
Ps 49 Willis Avenue
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Horizon-on-the-Hudson School Newburgh, New York | Ps 49 Willis Avenue Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2061 of 2,536 | #1555 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #38758 of 50,301 | #27988 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 447 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 51% |
| city | Newburgh | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 29.7).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on math proficiency (51% vs 20%).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 17%).
- •Horizon-on-the-Hudson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 98.4%).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.2).
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 Horizon-on-the-Hudson School better than Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 49 Willis Avenue ranks higher (45.9 vs 29.7 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 Horizon-on-the-Hudson School and Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Newburgh and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon-on-the-Hudson School: 447. Ps 49 Willis Avenue: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon-on-the-Hudson School and Ps 49 Willis Avenue rank in New York?
Horizon-on-the-Hudson School is 2061st of 2,536 and Ps 49 Willis Avenue is 1555th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).