Jhs 220 John J Pershing vs Ps 131
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 641 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jhs 220 John J Pershing
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,257 students
Ps 131
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
493 students
| Measure | Jhs 220 John J Pershing Brooklyn, New York | Ps 131 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #395 of 785 | #1215 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #7342 of 15,369 | #21892 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,257 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 1,257 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 60% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 131 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 51.4).
- •Ps 131 does better on math proficiency (60% vs 59%).
- •Ps 131 does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 45%).
- •Jhs 220 John J Pershing does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 96.1%).
- •Ps 131 does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.3).
- •Jhs 220 John J Pershing is the larger school with 1,257 students compared with 493.
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 220 John J Pershing better than Ps 131?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 131 ranks higher (54.7 vs 51.4 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 Jhs 220 John J Pershing and Ps 131?
About 641 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jhs 220 John J Pershing: 1,257. Ps 131: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jhs 220 John J Pershing and Ps 131 rank in New York?
Jhs 220 John J Pershing is 395th of 785 and Ps 131 is 1215th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).