Ps 212 vs Ps/Is 295
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 212
Jackson Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
562 students
Ps/Is 295
Queens Village · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
562 students
| Measure | Ps 212 Jackson Heights, New York | Ps/Is 295 Queens Village, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #875 of 2,536 | #1186 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #14932 of 50,301 | #21191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 562 | 562 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 562 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 74.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 47% |
| city | Jackson Heights | Queens Village |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 212 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.8 vs 55.7).
- •Ps 212 does better on math proficiency (64% vs 47%).
- •Ps/Is 295 does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Ps 212 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 74.9%).
- •Ps 212 does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.2).
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 212 better than Ps/Is 295?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 212 ranks higher (64.8 vs 55.7 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 212 and Ps/Is 295?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Jackson Heights and Queens Village in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 212: 562. Ps/Is 295: 562. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 212 and Ps/Is 295 rank in New York?
Ps 212 is 875th of 2,536 and Ps/Is 295 is 1186th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).