P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus vs The Anderson School
Public · Upper West Side-Lincoln Square
P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus
Grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Upper West Side (Central)
The Anderson School
Grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08,SE
P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus and The Anderson School are both public schools in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square and Upper West Side (Central). The Anderson School rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 86/100 (P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus) vs 98/100 (The Anderson School).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus | The Anderson School |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 86/100 | 98/100 (leads) |
| ELA proficiency | 86% | 99% (leads) |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 97% (leads) |
| Attendance | 93% | 96% (leads) |
| Student diversity | 68% | 71% (leads) |
| Average class size | 23 | 23 |
| Parent satisfaction | 95/100 | 95/100 |
| Program breadth | — | 35/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus or The Anderson School a better fit?
- P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus and The Anderson School are both public schools in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square and Upper West Side (Central). The Anderson School 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. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus and The Anderson School compare on test scores?
- P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus: 86% ELA proficiency and 86% math proficiency. The Anderson School: 99% ELA and 97% math.
- What grades do P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus and The Anderson School serve?
- P.S. 199 Jesse Isidor Straus serves grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; The Anderson School serves grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08,SE.
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