Ps 234 Independence School vs Spruce Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 756 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
Spruce Street School
New York · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
441 students
| Measure | Ps 234 Independence School New York, New York | Spruce Street School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #39 of 2,536 | #94 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #265 of 50,301 | #698 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 460 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.4% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 81% |
| 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 90.5).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Spruce Street School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 77%).
- •Ps 234 Independence School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 23.8%).
- •Spruce Street School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.8).
- •Ps 234 Independence School is the larger school with 460 students compared with 441.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Ps 234 Independence School better than Spruce Street School?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 234 Independence School ranks higher (93.2 vs 90.5 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 Spruce Street School?
About 756 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 234 Independence School: 460. Spruce Street School: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 234 Independence School and Spruce Street School rank in New York?
Ps 234 Independence School is 39th of 2,536 and Spruce Street School is 94th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).