Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences vs Origins High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
952 students
Origins High School
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
479 students
| Measure | Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences Brooklyn, New York | Origins High School Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #501 of 1,079 | #760 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #2295 of 16,910 | #3824 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 952 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 952 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 98% | 82% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 68.0).
- •Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences does better on math proficiency (98% vs 82%).
- •Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 77%).
- •Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 91%).
- •Origins High School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 16.1).
- •Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences is the larger school with 952 students compared with 479.
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 Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences better than Origins High School?
On the Success Index (US), Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences ranks higher (74.2 vs 68.0 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 Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences and Origins High School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences: 952. Origins High School: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences and Origins High School rank in New York?
Leon M Goldstein High School for the Sciences is 501st of 1,079 and Origins High School is 760th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).