Ps 234 Independence School vs Ps 89
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 226 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 234 Independence School
New York · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
Ps 89
New York · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
| Measure | Ps 234 Independence School New York, New York | Ps 89 New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #39 of 2,536 | #76 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #265 of 50,301 | #549 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 460 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.4% | 9.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 87% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 234 Independence School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 91.2).
- •Ps 89 does better on math proficiency (87% vs 84%).
- •Ps 89 does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 9.4%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.3).
- •Ps 234 Independence School is the larger school with 460 students compared with 342.
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 Independence School better than Ps 89?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 Independence School ranks higher (93.2 vs 91.2 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 Ps 234 Independence School and Ps 89?
About 226 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 234 Independence School: 460. Ps 89: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 234 Independence School and Ps 89 rank in New York?
Ps 234 Independence School is 39th of 2,536 and Ps 89 is 76th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).