International Community High School vs Ps 179
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 170 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International Community High School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
345 students
Ps 179
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
198 students
| Measure | International Community High School Bronx, New York | Ps 179 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #908 of 1,079 | #2070 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #6175 of 16,910 | #38953 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 345 | 198 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International Community High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 29.4).
- •International Community High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Ps 179 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.4% vs 99.1%).
- •International Community High School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.0).
- •International Community High School is the larger school with 345 students compared with 198.
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 International Community High School better than Ps 179?
On the Success Index (US), International Community High School ranks higher (58.5 vs 29.4 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 International Community High School and Ps 179?
About 170 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International Community High School: 345. Ps 179: 198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International Community High School and Ps 179 rank in New York?
International Community High School is 908th of 1,079 and Ps 179 is 2070th of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).