East Middle School vs Jhs 123 James M Kiernan
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 220 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Middle School
Binghamton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
465 students
Jhs 123 James M Kiernan
Bronx · Public middle · Grades 6–8
466 students
| Measure | East Middle School Binghamton, New York | Jhs 123 James M Kiernan Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #699 of 785 | #671 of 785 |
| National rank | #13246 of 15,369 | #12655 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 465 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 26% |
| city | Binghamton | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jhs 123 James M Kiernan scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 22.9).
- •Jhs 123 James M Kiernan does better on math proficiency (26% vs 12%).
- •Jhs 123 James M Kiernan does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •East Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 95.3%).
- •East Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 10.1).
- •Jhs 123 James M Kiernan is the larger school with 466 students compared with 465.
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 East Middle School better than Jhs 123 James M Kiernan?
On the Success Index (US), Jhs 123 James M Kiernan ranks higher (26.1 vs 22.9 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 East Middle School and Jhs 123 James M Kiernan?
About 220 km in a straight line, between Binghamton and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Middle School: 465. Jhs 123 James M Kiernan: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Middle School and Jhs 123 James M Kiernan rank in New York?
East Middle School is 699th of 785 and Jhs 123 James M Kiernan is 671st of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).