Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts vs Ps 49 Willis Avenue
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts
Jackson Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–5
447 students
Ps 49 Willis Avenue
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts Jackson Heights, New York | Ps 49 Willis Avenue Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1540 of 2,536 | #1555 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #27709 of 50,301 | #27988 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 447 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.2% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 51% |
| city | Jackson Heights | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.3 vs 45.9).
- •Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.2% vs 98.4%).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.5).
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 280 Home of the Lionhearts better than Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts and Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Jackson Heights and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts: 447. Ps 49 Willis Avenue: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts and Ps 49 Willis Avenue rank in New York?
Ps 280 Home of the Lionhearts is 1540th of 2,536 and Ps 49 Willis Avenue is 1555th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).