McVey Elementary School vs Meadowbrook Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McVey Elementary School
East Meadow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
Meadowbrook Elementary School
East Meadow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
442 students
| Measure | McVey Elementary School East Meadow, New York | Meadowbrook Elementary School East Meadow, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #43 of 2,536 | #56 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #303 of 50,301 | #375 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 838 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.5% | 29.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 92% |
| city | East Meadow | East Meadow |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (92.9 vs 92.3).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on math proficiency (95% vs 92%).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 77%).
- •Meadowbrook Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 30.5%).
- •Meadowbrook Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 10.7).
- •McVey Elementary School is the larger school with 838 students compared with 442.
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 McVey Elementary School better than Meadowbrook Elementary School?
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 McVey Elementary School and Meadowbrook Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between East Meadow and East Meadow in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McVey Elementary School: 838. Meadowbrook Elementary School: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McVey Elementary School and Meadowbrook Elementary School rank in New York?
McVey Elementary School is 43rd of 2,536 and Meadowbrook Elementary School is 56th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).