Ps 63 Author's Academy vs Wildflower New York Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 230 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 63 Author's Academy
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
381 students
Wildflower New York Charter School
Bronx · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
62 students
| Measure | Ps 63 Author's Academy Bronx, New York | Wildflower New York Charter School Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2088 of 2,536 | #2072 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #39282 of 50,301 | #38972 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 381 | 62 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 62 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.4% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.9 vs 29.4).
- •Wildflower New York Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 97.4%).
- •Ps 63 Author's Academy is the larger school with 381 students compared with 62.
- •Ps 63 Author's Academy is a public school while Wildflower New York Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 63 Author's Academy better than Wildflower New York Charter School?
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 63 Author's Academy and Wildflower New York Charter School?
About 230 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 63 Author's Academy: 381. Wildflower New York Charter School: 62. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 63 Author's Academy and Wildflower New York Charter School rank in New York?
Ps 63 Author's Academy is 2088th of 2,536 and Wildflower New York Charter School is 2072nd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).