Tag Young Scholars vs James Weldon Johnson
Public · East Harlem (South)
Tag Young Scholars
Grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08
Public · East Harlem (North)
James Weldon Johnson
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08,SE
Tag Young Scholars and James Weldon Johnson are both public schools in East Harlem (South) and East Harlem (North). Tag Young Scholars leads on overall rating and ela proficiency; James Weldon Johnson leads on parent satisfaction. Overall: 97/100 (Tag Young Scholars) vs 34/100 (James Weldon Johnson).
How they compare
| Metric | Tag Young Scholars | James Weldon Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 97/100 (leads) | 34/100 |
| ELA proficiency | 98% (leads) | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 96% (leads) | 29% |
| Attendance | 96% (leads) | 87% |
| Student diversity | 80% (leads) | 44% |
| Average class size | 20 | 20 |
| Parent satisfaction | 93/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
| Program breadth | 71/100 (leads) | 35/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Tag Young Scholars or James Weldon Johnson a better fit?
- Tag Young Scholars and James Weldon Johnson are both public schools in East Harlem (South) and East Harlem (North). Tag Young Scholars leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency, while James Weldon Johnson leads on parent satisfaction. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do Tag Young Scholars and James Weldon Johnson compare on test scores?
- Tag Young Scholars: 98% ELA proficiency and 96% math proficiency. James Weldon Johnson: 38% ELA and 29% math.
- What grades do Tag Young Scholars and James Weldon Johnson serve?
- Tag Young Scholars serves grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08; James Weldon Johnson serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08,SE.
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