Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) vs Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 411 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The)
East Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
222 students
Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts
Jackson Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–5
447 students
| Measure | Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) East Elmhurst, New York | Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts Jackson Heights, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1651 of 2,536 | #1540 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #30367 of 50,301 | #27709 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 222 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 222 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.9% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 46% |
| Math proficiency | – | 51% |
| city | East Elmhurst | Jackson Heights |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.3 vs 42.4).
- •Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.9% vs 92.2%).
- •Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.3).
- •Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts is the larger school with 447 students compared with 222.
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 Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) better than Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts ranks higher (46.3 vs 42.4 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 Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) and Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts?
About 411 m in a straight line, between East Elmhurst and Jackson Heights in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The): 222. Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) and Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts rank in New York?
Ivan Lafayette Early Childhood School of the Arts (The) is 1651st of 2,536 and Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts is 1540th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).