John F Kennedy School vs Ps 257 John F Hylan
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 461 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Kennedy School
Ogdensburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
431 students
Ps 257 John F Hylan
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
| Measure | John F Kennedy School Ogdensburg, New York | Ps 257 John F Hylan Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1343 of 2,536 | #1296 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #23971 of 50,301 | #23349 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Ogdensburg | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.7 vs 52.6).
- •Ps 257 John F Hylan does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Ps 257 John F Hylan does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 37%).
- •John F Kennedy School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 92.3%).
- •John F Kennedy School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.1).
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 John F Kennedy School better than Ps 257 John F Hylan?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John F Kennedy School and Ps 257 John F Hylan?
About 461 km in a straight line, between Ogdensburg and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John F Kennedy School: 431. Ps 257 John F Hylan: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John F Kennedy School and Ps 257 John F Hylan rank in New York?
John F Kennedy School is 1343rd of 2,536 and Ps 257 John F Hylan is 1296th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).