John Ericsson Middle School 126 vs Williamsburg Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 725 m 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
Williamsburg Preparatory School
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
667 students
| Measure | John Ericsson Middle School 126 Brooklyn, New York | Williamsburg Preparatory School Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #661 of 785 | #557 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #12472 of 15,369 | #2610 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 157 | 667 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 667 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 6.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 97.5% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 92% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Williamsburg Preparatory School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 27.1).
- •Williamsburg Preparatory School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 27%).
- •Williamsburg Preparatory School does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 29%).
- •Williamsburg Preparatory School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.5% vs 87.3%).
- •John Ericsson Middle School 126 does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 12.8).
- •Williamsburg Preparatory School is the larger school with 667 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 Williamsburg Preparatory School?
On the Success Index (US), Williamsburg Preparatory School ranks higher (72.9 vs 27.1 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 John Ericsson Middle School 126 and Williamsburg Preparatory School?
About 725 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Ericsson Middle School 126: 157. Williamsburg Preparatory School: 667. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Ericsson Middle School 126 and Williamsburg Preparatory School rank in New York?
John Ericsson Middle School 126 is 661st of 785 and Williamsburg Preparatory School is 557th of 1,079 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).