Minisink Valley Elementary School vs Ps 78
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Minisink Valley Elementary School
Middletown · Public elementary · Grades K–2
454 students
Ps 78
Staten Island · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
454 students
| Measure | Minisink Valley Elementary School Middletown, New York | Ps 78 Staten Island, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 2,536 | #2336 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #1155 of 50,301 | #43545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 454 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.3% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 23% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Middletown | Staten Island |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Minisink Valley Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.5 vs 22.1).
- •Minisink Valley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.3% vs 94.5%).
- •Minisink Valley Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.9).
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 Minisink Valley Elementary School better than Ps 78?
On the Success Index (US), Minisink Valley Elementary School ranks higher (88.5 vs 22.1 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 Minisink Valley Elementary School and Ps 78?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Middletown and Staten Island in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Minisink Valley Elementary School: 454. Ps 78: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Minisink Valley Elementary School and Ps 78 rank in New York?
Minisink Valley Elementary School is 145th of 2,536 and Ps 78 is 2336th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).