Jhs 144 Michelangelo vs Pelham Gardens Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jhs 144 Michelangelo
Bronx · Public middle · Grades 6–8
388 students
Pelham Gardens Middle School
Bronx · Public middle · Grades 6–8
284 students
| Measure | Jhs 144 Michelangelo Bronx, New York | Pelham Gardens Middle School Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #637 of 785 | #621 of 785 |
| National rank | #12066 of 15,369 | #11835 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 284 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 284 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 82.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pelham Gardens Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 29.2).
- •Jhs 144 Michelangelo does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Pelham Gardens Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Pelham Gardens Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 89.7%).
- •Pelham Gardens Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.5).
- •Jhs 144 Michelangelo is the larger school with 388 students compared with 284.
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 Jhs 144 Michelangelo better than Pelham Gardens Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pelham Gardens Middle School ranks higher (30.5 vs 29.2 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 Jhs 144 Michelangelo and Pelham Gardens Middle School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo: 388. Pelham Gardens Middle School: 284. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jhs 144 Michelangelo and Pelham Gardens Middle School rank in New York?
Jhs 144 Michelangelo is 637th of 785 and Pelham Gardens Middle School is 621st of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).