Bell Academy vs MS 936 Arts Off 3rd
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Academy
Bayside · Public middle · Grades 6–8
441 students
MS 936 Arts Off 3rd
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
441 students
| Measure | Bell Academy Bayside, New York | MS 936 Arts Off 3rd Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 785 | #441 of 785 |
| National rank | #2302 of 15,369 | #8436 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 441 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 77.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 69% | – |
| city | Bayside | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bell Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 46.4).
- •Bell Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 77.3%).
- •MS 936 Arts Off 3rd does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.8).
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 Bell Academy better than MS 936 Arts Off 3rd?
On the Success Index (US), Bell Academy ranks higher (75.3 vs 46.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bell Academy and MS 936 Arts Off 3rd?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Bayside and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Academy: 441. MS 936 Arts Off 3rd: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Academy and MS 936 Arts Off 3rd rank in New York?
Bell Academy is 164th of 785 and MS 936 Arts Off 3rd is 441st of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).