Benjamin Turner Academy vs Ps 87
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Turner Academy
Mount Vernon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
340 students
Ps 87
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades K–5
307 students
| Measure | Benjamin Turner Academy Mount Vernon, New York | Ps 87 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2076 of 2,536 | #2018 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #39103 of 50,301 | #37828 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 340 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 340 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 33% |
| city | Mount Vernon | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 87 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 29.1).
- •Ps 87 does better on math proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Ps 87 does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 20%).
- •Benjamin Turner Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 87.9%).
- •Benjamin Turner Academy does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 14.6).
- •Benjamin Turner Academy is the larger school with 340 students compared with 307.
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 Benjamin Turner Academy better than Ps 87?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 87 ranks higher (31.1 vs 29.1 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 Benjamin Turner Academy and Ps 87?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Mount Vernon and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Turner Academy: 340. Ps 87: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Turner Academy and Ps 87 rank in New York?
Benjamin Turner Academy is 2076th of 2,536 and Ps 87 is 2018th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).