Is 289 vs Ps 89
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 0 m 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
Ps 89
New York · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
| Measure | Is 289 New York, New York | Ps 89 New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #135 of 785 | #76 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #1802 of 15,369 | #549 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 253 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 9.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 87% |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 89 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 78.1).
- •Ps 89 does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Ps 89 does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 75%).
- •Ps 89 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.4% vs 51%).
- •Is 289 does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.3).
- •Ps 89 is the larger school with 342 students compared with 253.
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 Ps 89?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 89 ranks higher (91.2 vs 78.1 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 Is 289 and Ps 89?
About 0 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Is 289: 253. Ps 89: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Is 289 and Ps 89 rank in New York?
Is 289 is 135th of 785 and Ps 89 is 76th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).