Ps 251 vs Ps 396
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 251
Springfield Gardens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
217 students
Ps 396
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
217 students
| Measure | Ps 251 Springfield Gardens, New York | Ps 396 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1548 of 2,536 | #2218 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #27859 of 50,301 | #41352 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 217 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 217 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 6.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| city | Springfield Gardens | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 251 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 25.6).
- •Ps 251 does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Ps 251 does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Ps 251 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 93.1%).
- •Ps 396 does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 10.3).
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 251 better than Ps 396?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 251 ranks higher (46.1 vs 25.6 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 251 and Ps 396?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Springfield Gardens and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 251: 217. Ps 396: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 251 and Ps 396 rank in New York?
Ps 251 is 1548th of 2,536 and Ps 396 is 2218th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).