Is 289 vs School Without Walls
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 889 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
School Without Walls
New York · Public other · Grades 9–11
204 students
| Measure | Is 289 New York, New York | School Without Walls New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #135 of 785 | – |
| National rank | #1802 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–11 |
| Students | 253 | 204 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 204 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 69.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | New York | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Is 289 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 69.6%).
- •Is 289 does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Is 289 is the larger school with 253 students compared with 204.
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 School Without Walls?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Is 289 and School Without Walls?
About 889 m in a straight line, between New York and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Is 289: 253. School Without Walls: 204. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Is 289 and School Without Walls rank in New York?
Is 289 is 135th of 785 and School Without Walls is unranked among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).