Ps 234 Independence School vs Robbins Lane Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 42 km 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
Robbins Lane Elementary School
Syosset · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
| Measure | Ps 234 Independence School New York, New York | Robbins Lane Elementary School Syosset, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #39 of 2,536 | #88 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #265 of 50,301 | #652 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 460 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.4% | 23.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 84% |
| city | New York | Syosset |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 234 Independence School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 90.7).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 23.3%).
- •Robbins Lane Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.8).
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 Robbins Lane Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 Independence School ranks higher (93.2 vs 90.7 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 234 Independence School and Robbins Lane Elementary School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between New York and Syosset in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 234 Independence School: 460. Robbins Lane Elementary School: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 234 Independence School and Robbins Lane Elementary School rank in New York?
Ps 234 Independence School is 39th of 2,536 and Robbins Lane Elementary School is 88th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).