Ps 234 vs Ps 40 George W Carver
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 9.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 234
Astoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
Ps 40 George W Carver
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | Ps 234 Astoria, New York | Ps 40 George W Carver Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #654 of 2,536 | #1167 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #10535 of 50,301 | #20919 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 465 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.7% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Astoria | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 234 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 56.1).
- •Ps 234 does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Ps 234 does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Ps 234 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.7% vs 89.5%).
- •Ps 40 George W Carver does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.0).
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 234 better than Ps 40 George W Carver?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 ranks higher (71.1 vs 56.1 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 Ps 234 and Ps 40 George W Carver?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between Astoria and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 234: 465. Ps 40 George W Carver: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 234 and Ps 40 George W Carver rank in New York?
Ps 234 is 654th of 2,536 and Ps 40 George W Carver is 1167th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).