New York City Academy for Discovery vs Ps 273
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 406 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New York City Academy for Discovery
Woodhaven · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
361 students
Ps 273
Richmond Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
329 students
| Measure | New York City Academy for Discovery Woodhaven, New York | Ps 273 Richmond Hill, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1825 of 2,536 | #1386 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #33855 of 50,301 | #24936 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 361 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Woodhaven | Richmond Hill |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 273 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 37.2).
- •Ps 273 does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Ps 273 does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •New York City Academy for Discovery does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 12.7).
- •New York City Academy for Discovery is the larger school with 361 students compared with 329.
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 New York City Academy for Discovery better than Ps 273?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 273 ranks higher (50.4 vs 37.2 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 New York City Academy for Discovery and Ps 273?
About 406 m in a straight line, between Woodhaven and Richmond Hill in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New York City Academy for Discovery: 361. Ps 273: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New York City Academy for Discovery and Ps 273 rank in New York?
New York City Academy for Discovery is 1825th of 2,536 and Ps 273 is 1386th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).