Lighthouse Elementary School vs Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lighthouse Elementary School
Far Rockaway · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
157 students
Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
157 students
| Measure | Lighthouse Elementary School Far Rockaway, New York | Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2352 of 2,536 | #2370 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #43911 of 50,301 | #44123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 157 | 157 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Far Rockaway | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.5 vs 21.2).
- •Lighthouse Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Lighthouse Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.2% vs 100%).
- •Lighthouse Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 9.2).
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 Lighthouse Elementary School better than Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
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 Lighthouse Elementary School and Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Far Rockaway and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lighthouse Elementary School: 157. Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke: 157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lighthouse Elementary School and Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke rank in New York?
Lighthouse Elementary School is 2352nd of 2,536 and Ps 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke is 2370th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).