McVey Elementary School vs Ps 12 James B Colgate
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 28 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
Ps 12 James B Colgate
Woodside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
| Measure | McVey Elementary School East Meadow, New York | Ps 12 James B Colgate Woodside, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 2,536 | #1030 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #303 of 50,301 | #17950 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 838 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.5% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 68% |
| city | East Meadow | Woodside |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McVey Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.9 vs 60.4).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on math proficiency (95% vs 68%).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 59%).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 85.9%).
- •McVey Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.5).
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 Ps 12 James B Colgate?
On the Success Index (US), McVey Elementary School ranks higher (92.9 vs 60.4 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 McVey Elementary School and Ps 12 James B Colgate?
About 28 km in a straight line, between East Meadow and Woodside in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McVey Elementary School: 838. Ps 12 James B Colgate: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McVey Elementary School and Ps 12 James B Colgate rank in New York?
McVey Elementary School is 43rd of 2,536 and Ps 12 James B Colgate is 1030th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).