Is 289 vs MS 429
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Is 289
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
253 students
MS 429
Long Island City · Public middle · Grades 6–7
252 students
| Measure | Is 289 New York, New York | MS 429 Long Island City, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #135 of 785 | #540 of 785 |
| National rank | #1802 of 15,369 | #10388 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 253 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | New York | Long Island City |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Is 289 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 37.4).
- •Is 289 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 73.8%).
- •Is 289 does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.8).
- •Is 289 is the larger school with 253 students compared with 252.
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 Is 289 better than MS 429?
On the Success Index (US), Is 289 ranks higher (78.1 vs 37.4 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 Is 289 and MS 429?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between New York and Long Island City in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Is 289: 253. MS 429: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Is 289 and MS 429 rank in New York?
Is 289 is 135th of 785 and MS 429 is 540th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).