Is 289 vs Ps 234 Independence School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 226 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Is 289
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
253 students
Ps 234 Independence School
New York · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
| Measure | Is 289 New York, New York | Ps 234 Independence School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #135 of 785 | #39 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #1802 of 15,369 | #265 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 253 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 5.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 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 78.1).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 72%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 75%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 51%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.7).
- •Ps 234 Independence School is the larger school with 460 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 Is 289 better than Ps 234 Independence School?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 Independence School ranks higher (93.2 vs 78.1 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 Is 289 and Ps 234 Independence School?
About 226 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Is 289: 253. Ps 234 Independence School: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Is 289 and Ps 234 Independence School rank in New York?
Is 289 is 135th of 785 and Ps 234 Independence School is 39th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).