Lowville Elementary School vs Ps 52 John C Thompson
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 375 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowville Elementary School
Lowville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
628 students
Ps 52 John C Thompson
Staten Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
627 students
| Measure | Lowville Elementary School Lowville, New York | Ps 52 John C Thompson Staten Island, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1002 of 2,536 | #1008 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #17358 of 50,301 | #17455 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 628 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 628 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 75.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 70% |
| city | Lowville | Staten Island |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.2 vs 61.1).
- •Ps 52 John C Thompson does better on math proficiency (70% vs 56%).
- •Ps 52 John C Thompson does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 46%).
- •Lowville Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 75.9%).
- •Lowville Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.5).
- •Lowville Elementary School is the larger school with 628 students compared with 627.
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 Lowville Elementary School better than Ps 52 John C Thompson?
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 Lowville Elementary School and Ps 52 John C Thompson?
About 375 km in a straight line, between Lowville and Staten Island in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowville Elementary School: 628. Ps 52 John C Thompson: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowville Elementary School and Ps 52 John C Thompson rank in New York?
Lowville Elementary School is 1002nd of 2,536 and Ps 52 John C Thompson is 1008th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).