Bronx Debate Academy vs University Neighborhood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bronx Debate Academy
Bronx · Public middle · Grades 6–6
130 students
University Neighborhood Middle School
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
131 students
| Measure | Bronx Debate Academy Bronx, New York | University Neighborhood Middle School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #652 of 785 | #724 of 785 |
| National rank | #12280 of 15,369 | #13626 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 130 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 130 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 94.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Bronx | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bronx Debate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 20.9).
- •University Neighborhood Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.7% vs 99.2%).
- •University Neighborhood Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 11.8).
- •University Neighborhood Middle School is the larger school with 131 students compared with 130.
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 Bronx Debate Academy better than University Neighborhood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bronx Debate Academy ranks higher (28.1 vs 20.9 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 Bronx Debate Academy and University Neighborhood Middle School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Bronx and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bronx Debate Academy: 130. University Neighborhood Middle School: 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bronx Debate Academy and University Neighborhood Middle School rank in New York?
Bronx Debate Academy is 652nd of 785 and University Neighborhood Middle School is 724th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).