John Ericsson Middle School 126 vs West Prep Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Ericsson Middle School 126
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
157 students
West Prep Academy
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
158 students
| Measure | John Ericsson Middle School 126 Brooklyn, New York | West Prep Academy New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #661 of 785 | #658 of 785 |
| National rank | #12472 of 15,369 | #12383 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 157 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 85.4% |
| Students per teacher | 6.8 | 7.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Brooklyn | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.1 vs 27.6).
- •John Ericsson Middle School 126 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •West Prep Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •West Prep Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.4% vs 87.3%).
- •John Ericsson Middle School 126 does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 7.2).
- •West Prep Academy is the larger school with 158 students compared with 157.
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 John Ericsson Middle School 126 better than West Prep Academy?
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 John Ericsson Middle School 126 and West Prep Academy?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Ericsson Middle School 126: 157. West Prep Academy: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Ericsson Middle School 126 and West Prep Academy rank in New York?
John Ericsson Middle School 126 is 661st of 785 and West Prep Academy is 658th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).