Ps 209 vs Ps 85 Great Expectations
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 338 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 209
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
167 students
Ps 85 Great Expectations
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
653 students
| Measure | Ps 209 Bronx, New York | Ps 85 Great Expectations Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2081 of 2,536 | #2326 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #39148 of 50,301 | #43300 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 167 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 167 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 23% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 209 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 22.5).
- •Ps 85 Great Expectations does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.3% vs 99.4%).
- •Ps 85 Great Expectations does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.9).
- •Ps 85 Great Expectations is the larger school with 653 students compared with 167.
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 Ps 209 better than Ps 85 Great Expectations?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 209 ranks higher (29.1 vs 22.5 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 Ps 209 and Ps 85 Great Expectations?
About 338 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 209: 167. Ps 85 Great Expectations: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 209 and Ps 85 Great Expectations rank in New York?
Ps 209 is 2081st of 2,536 and Ps 85 Great Expectations is 2326th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).