Jhs 220 John J Pershing vs Ps 160 William T Sampson
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 452 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 160 William T Sampson
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
965 students
| Measure | Jhs 220 John J Pershing Brooklyn, New York | Ps 160 William T Sampson Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #395 of 785 | #904 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #7342 of 15,369 | #15398 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,257 | 965 |
| Enrollment | 1,257 | 965 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 78% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 160 William T Sampson scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 51.4).
- •Ps 160 William T Sampson does better on math proficiency (78% vs 59%).
- •Ps 160 William T Sampson does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 45%).
- •Jhs 220 John J Pershing does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 97%).
- •Ps 160 William T Sampson does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.3).
- •Jhs 220 John J Pershing is the larger school with 1,257 students compared with 965.
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 160 William T Sampson?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 160 William T Sampson ranks higher (64.1 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 160 William T Sampson?
About 452 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 160 William T Sampson: 965. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jhs 220 John J Pershing and Ps 160 William T Sampson rank in New York?
Jhs 220 John J Pershing is 395th of 785 and Ps 160 William T Sampson is 904th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).