P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway vs The Emerson School
Public · Forest Hills
P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · South Jamaica
The Emerson School
Grades 06,07,08,SE
P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway and The Emerson School are both public schools in Forest Hills and South Jamaica. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 97/100 (P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway) vs 29/100 (The Emerson School).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway | The Emerson School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 97/100 (leads) | 29/100 |
| ELA proficiency | 96% (leads) | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 97% (leads) | 25% |
| Attendance | 95% (leads) | 87% |
| Student diversity | 72% (leads) | 67% |
| Average class size | 25 | 25 |
| Parent satisfaction | 95/100 (leads) | 90/100 |
| Program breadth | — | 90/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway or The Emerson School a better fit?
- P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway and The Emerson School are both public schools in Forest Hills and South Jamaica. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway and The Emerson School compare on test scores?
- P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway: 96% ELA proficiency and 97% math proficiency. The Emerson School: 33% ELA and 25% math.
- What grades do P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway and The Emerson School serve?
- P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; The Emerson School serves grades 06,07,08,SE.
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