Ps 209 Margaret Mead vs Ps 253
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 737 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 209 Margaret Mead
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–8
702 students
Ps 253
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
955 students
| Measure | Ps 209 Margaret Mead Brooklyn, New York | Ps 253 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1100 of 2,536 | #748 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #19608 of 50,301 | #12297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 702 | 955 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 955 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 92% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 253 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 58.0).
- •Ps 253 does better on math proficiency (92% vs 59%).
- •Ps 253 does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 55%).
- •Ps 209 Margaret Mead does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.6% vs 90.9%).
- •Ps 209 Margaret Mead does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.7).
- •Ps 253 is the larger school with 955 students compared with 702.
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 Margaret Mead better than Ps 253?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 253 ranks higher (68.6 vs 58.0 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 Margaret Mead and Ps 253?
About 737 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead: 702. Ps 253: 955. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 209 Margaret Mead and Ps 253 rank in New York?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead is 1100th of 2,536 and Ps 253 is 748th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).